Kate's uncle Sam dies, leaving her a letter instructing Kate to 'find his father'. The problem is Sam's father disappeared nearly 90 years ago with a priceless tribal artefact. As Kate delves into the old man's life, she unearths some surprising facts: his service in World War Two, his friendship with crime-writer Dashiell Hammet. The problem is that she's not the only one interested in Sam's past. And this someone has no compunction about putting Kate permanently out of the picture to get what they want.

Kate's uncle Sam dies, leaving her a letter instructing Kate to 'find his father'who disappeared nearly 90 years ago with a priceless artefact. The problem is that she's not the only one interested in Sam's past.

About the Author
Dana Stabenow was born in Alaska and raised on a 75-foot fishing trawler. Her first Kate Shugak book, A COLD DAY FOR MURDER, received an Edgar Award from the Crime Writers of America.

Reviews
An outstanding series * Washington Post *
In the crowded field of crime fiction, Kate Shugak is unique -- Michael Connelly
If you like mysteries, rich settings and engaging characters let me recommend Dana Stabenow -- Diana Gabaldon
An entertaining holiday read packed with fascinating detail on the history and customs of Alaska * Irish Independent *



Book Information
ISBN 9781908800794
Author Dana Stabenow
Format Paperback
Page Count 560
Imprint Head of Zeus
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC