Canon Daniel Clement is forced to delve under the veneer of village life, questioning who he can trust and - after threats are made against him - whether he was the intended murder victim.

While helping his flock to process the shocking murder, the personal threats against Daniel intensify, and he must face the possibility that the killer lies within his own congregation.

Church organist Jane turns to Daniel with a dilemma when she realises her husband may have had a motive to kill. Daniel's appearance at a community protest makes the evening news.

Neil disagrees with Daniel that the murder victims are connected by their interest in the war. Daniel realises Kath harbours a deep personal secret. Audrey inspires Daniel to search for the hideout.

Neil and Daniel's fledgling friendship is threatened when they argue. Audrey identifies the sender of malicious threats to Daniel and plans confrontation. Daniel has a breakthrough - and a disturbing discovery.

Daniel lays a trap for the killer, luring them to the bunker. But in the process he puts his life in grave danger.