Description
John D. MacDonald’s 1967 masterpiece begins with a brutal explosion aboard a luxury cruiser off the Florida coast. This calculated act of mass murder leaves a massive fortune in untraceable cash up for grabs. The narrative follows a cold-blooded femme fatale and a desperate lawyer as they navigate a web of greed and betrayal. It is a cynical exploration of how easily money corrupts, showcasing MacDonald’s talent for gritty realism and sharp social commentary.








