About the book: 2022 / A small port city on the Pacific coast hides its unsightly secrets under the guise of boring everyday life. The main character, investigator Roman, who wrote a letter of resignation, is investigating his latest case: the daughter of a major official was killed. The action takes place against the backdrop of Roman's personal problems and his psychological trauma. Versions branch and multiply. Maniac? Ritual murder? Drug business? Political revenge? The truth turns out to be very unpleasant for the hero.