Ashurst and Scribbins investigate the murder of party girl Nikki Pengelly, who is found stabbed to death by her former husband. When it is discovered that she was regular entertainment at a private gentleman's club, motives begin to come to light.

Ashurst and Scribbins investigate the murder of Charlie Egan, who was found dead in a swimming pool on his stag night. Having been found handcuffed with his hand's behind his back, his fiancé's father, the local mayor, soon becomes prime suspect.

Ashurst and Scribbins investigate the murder of Gideon Finch, who was found burnt to death in his car. Having reportedly been having an affair with his neighbor, it soon transpires that his wife was having an affair with his brother, who has no alibi.