Timothy Striker is one of the toughest police officers around. Both respected and feared for his knowledge, professionalism, no nonsense attitude and short temper, he is the man who always gets the job done, no matter the cost. But now he faces a new threat, a serial killer has begun a campaign of terror, targetting newlywed couples for the seemingly motivationless acts. Now with a Chief Inspector following his movements, A DCI looking to bust him for breaking the rules, a new partner on his heels and a personal battle in his head, will he lift the killers shadow, or will the kiss of death strike him first.