The Oklahoma City Police Department search for a young girl who has been abducted, while fast-living police detective Grace Hanadarko meets an unconventional angel named Earl.

The detectives investigate the murder of an oilman; Grace's friendship with Butch puts strain on her relationship with Ham; Lt. Yukon's brother has information about the case.

Grace clashes with a Roman Catholic priest when a woman suspected of murdering a sleazy motel manager takes refuge in his church.

A key witness in a murder trial stays with Grace for protection; Grace lashes out at Earl when she has a vision of her nephew talking to Leon.

The squad investigates the theft of a bull statue; Grace's Aunt Cathy arrives for a celebration to honour Grace's father.

A reporter is found dead with a newspaper stuffed in her mouth; Earl challenges Grace about her lying.