Emma Banville takes up the defence of convicted killer Kevin Russell, who's serving a life sentence for the murder of a schoolgirl 14 years ago. Kevin faces threats as the media become aware of Emma's intentions.

Kevin begins to face abuse from the public; Emma takes drastic measures to get the case back on track; Miriam makes a call that has devastating consequences for Emma.

Emma has a breakthrough on Kevin's case with new evidence, but outside powers attempt to stall her from proving Kevin's innocence.

Emma faces an impossible dilemma when new evidence disproves the forensic evidence; meeting up with Yusef Attar, Emma's investigation finally takes a turn.

After being locked up in America by the US Air Force, Emma finally makes a breakthrough. She receives help from an unlikely source, pushing her closer to the truth.

When Emma discovers the missing link in the case, powerful forces are ready to kill her to prevent the truth from coming out.