Description
On the brink of financial ruin, Mr. Marble has overextended himself by borrowing against future earnings—only to find that debt can turn every decision into a trap. As desperation tightens, a shocking crime erupts in the shadow of his mounting obligations, forcing him to confront the moral cost of trying to “solve” problems by harming others. When a long-lost relative arrives from the colonies with a fortune in cash and a heartbreaking account of family lost, the promise of rescue comes with unsettling consequences. Blending suspense with sharp social observation, this story explores themes of responsibility, guilt, and the hidden price of survival—delivered in C. S. Forester’s brisk, character-driven style.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2023
ISBN: 9780241654170
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First Published
1926
Language
eng
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