David Collier went to Cyprus for his brother's funeral. However much he wished to leave the island, circumstances seemed to force him to stay.
　　There was something disturbing about the aftermath of Barry's death. David became irresistibly involved in a series of strange events — secret meetings with his dead brother's friends, evidence that Barry had been involved with some covert money-making exploit, veiled threats, inexplicable advice...
　　The police were incredulous; David was worried and confused. He felt that he had inherited an unwitting role in a drama beyond his comprehension. It troubled him. He wanted to understand...