October 1, 2015, Martis Camp Dream HomeAn autumn chill swiftly replaces Lake Tahoe"s summer. With October tenth only nine days away and no trace of their stalker, the girls consider Melissa Gowan"s last clue—the house behind the pines. At their request and without delay, Cody and security visited the home down the road, but the owner didn"t answer. Without the homeowner"s permission, checking inside is impossible. Nonetheless, the girls discovered the home behind the pines is a beeline from the Dream Home"s backyard.
While Laura finishes details inside, Tara and Leanne secretly journey toward the house in the distance. An hour earlier, Tara was certain a light shone in an upper room, but as they draw near, every room appears dark. Stealthily skulking out of sight, they tiptoe toward the d
