A novel of intrigue on the Indian coast, from the author of the Poldark series.

From the author of Poldark, the bestselling book and hit television series.

When the beautiful young daughter of a prominent gentleman is found dead the coroner is naturally reluctant to bring a verdict of suicide. Were there murderous intentions behind this mysterious death?

Between Goa, India, Oxford, and London, Winston Graham introduces an absorbing cast of characters: Stephanie, a happy young woman with a brilliant future; Errol Colton, her worldly lover; James, her father, a man of courage and determination who will fight for justice even if it costs him his life; and Nari, a young Indian blackmailed into degradation.

When Stephanie discovers that Errol is not at all what she believed him to be, she must make a choice about what to do with his secret. If someone finds out that she knows, her life, as well as her lover's, will be at risk . . .