The story revolves around a retired detective who is pulled back into the world of crime-solving when his estranged daughter goes missing. He must navigate his complicated past and confront his own demons in order to find her. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and corruption that leads him to question everything he thought he knew about his daughter's life and his own role in it. The detective's investigation takes him from the dark alleys of the city to the highest echelons of power, where he must use all his skills and experience to stay one step ahead of those who want to silence him. Throughout the story, the detective's past is slowly revealed, showing a man who has been haunted by his own failures and regrets. His relationship with his daughter is complex and fraught, but ultimately it is this bond that drives him to keep searching for her, no matter what the cost. The novel builds towards a thrilling climax as the detective finally uncovers the truth about his daughter's disappearance and the sinister forces that have been at work behind the scenes.
By K. Jerome · First published 1925 · Genre: Mystery, Comedy, Drama