John Pelham had a promising Hollywood career until a tragedy sidetracked him. Now he's a location scout, travelling the country in search of sites for films. When he rides down Main Street, the locals usually clamor for their chance at fifteen minutes of fame. But in a small town in upstate New York, Pelham experiences a very different reception. His illusionary world is shattered by a savage murder, and Pelham is suddenly center stage in an unfolding drama of violence, lust, and conspiracy, which have a stranglehold on this less-than-picture-perfect locale.