Looking for a fresh start, Miranda relocates from Santa Clara to a new home near the picturesque Henry Coe State Park.
On her morning trail run, Miranda discovers the body of her neighbor, Burt Roop. The unfortunate label of "Princess of Death" seems to have followed her into the countryside, and she soon finds herself embroiled in the search for the real killer.
The list of suspects includes her live-in boyfriend Jason, the victim's wife, and a mysterious real-life princess. Together with her friends Margo, Wanda and Lyanne, can Miranda find the murderer before another life is lost?