About the book: 1992 / The novel by the famous American writer P. Quentin is not replete with fights, murders and horrors. The main character is rather a victim of circumstances that he must understand in order to protect himself or those close to him from danger. The “soft” American detective story will especially appeal to those who are attracted by the psychological side of crime and the opportunity to reflect on the riddle set by the author. A well-written detective story keeps the reader in suspense almost until the last page. With its plot structure, abundance of unexpected twists and intricate connections between characters, it ranks with the best examples of the genre..