The past comes back to haunt one of Mike Malone's well-loved friends in this latest Lincolnshire mystery. When events take a disturbing turn, Mike and his loyal Detective Sergeant Alan Shepherd are faced with a problem. They have no idea where to look and so Mike has to rely on one of his tried and trusted, and unorthodox methods to solve the problem. Once again join Mike, Alan as well as all the other well loved characters in this little market town that seems to attract crime.