A quarter of a century after the divorce, Susan's first husband sends her the manuscript of his first novel by mail. Susan never believed in the talent of Edward, who in his youth dreamed of devoting himself to writing, but eventually became an insurance agent. However, she begins to read, and the novel unexpectedly captivates her. It is full of hints and riddles addressed directly to her. While reading, she rethinks her relationship with Edward, her new marriage and, in fact, her whole life. This fourth book by American Austin Wright, author of seven novels and several essays, was published twenty years ago. But it brought real fame to Wright posthumously, in 2010, when it was republished in England. Enthusiastic responses from the press and reader success rediscovered the world of a magnificent writer, a master of style and exciting plot intrigue.