Some women have short fuses, and when their blood boils get out of their way. A couple's New Year's resolution ends in a murderous rampage; a pious parish housekeeper hides a sinful secret and a Christmas drink between neighbors has a deadly hangover.

Women may be the fairer sex but when they clash it can be deadly. A mother takes drastic steps to keep custody of her child, and gossip sparks a murderous grudge match.