"A fight over ancient bones leads to murder. During, a wild, whitewater paddle down a wilderness river, Meg Harris discovers the skull and bones of a woman whose very existence takes the archeological world by storm. But her neighbours, the Migiskan Algonquin, quickly declare their right to the ancient remains. Meg becomes embroiled in a fight that pits ancient beliefs against modern ones and can only lead to murder. As Meg races to catch the killer, she finds herself daring the river rapids yet again, but this time there is an added danger; a raging forest fire."--Back cover.

Sequel to: Death's golden whisper.