Despite the wide popularity and popularity in the West, an extensive list of published novels, Irving Wallace is known only to a narrow circle of Russian readers - fans of a tough, naturalistic detective story. The proposed novel is classified as a detective genre, but one should not expect mysteries in the spirit of the charming Sherlock Holmes. There will be no room for optimism. Action, anxiety, violence of all kinds will remain. There is love, mainly animal, merciless hatred - feelings that can intrigue the most indifferent person. The book is intended for a wide range of readers.