Kirby Mazrachi is a Chicago newspaper archivist who shelved her journalistic ambitions after a traumatic assault. After learning that a recent murder has similarities to her own case, Kirby partners with a seasoned reporter to uncover her attacker's identity.

As they realize these cold cases are undoubtedly linked, each of their personal traumas and Kirby's blurred reality allow her assailant to remain one step ahead.

Based on the best-selling novel by Lauren Beukes.