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The hills around Rattlesnake Ridge are full of danger from claim jumping to the disappearance of those searching for the next big bonanza. After years of digging and barely getting by, ole Charlie Rankin strikes a good vein of silver. He longs to make an easier life for his granddaughter and to make up in some way for the loss of her parents back in Illinois. But having wealth its own burden. In order to protect both their interests, Charlie calls on the one man in town he trusts, Jericho Jones. Jericho Jones in a newcomer to Rattlesnake Ridge. His law practice brings in a bit of money but it’s only a cover for his real motive – to find an uncle who caught the silver fever only to disappear without a trace. Befriending Charlie may help Jericho narrow down the many clues but it’s his granddaughter who opens up his heart, reminding him that life needs to be lived. As soon as Charlie announces his big strike, he goes missing- eerily similar to Jericho’s uncle. Jericho is thrust into action. He must protect Sterling and find his old friend - before it’s too late.