Joe Kurtz didn't have a very clear idea of why he did it twelve years ago, but today an old quirk saved his life. And the old grave became the last refuge of his next enemy. But there was a time when he worked as a private detective and had no thoughts of breaking the law. But circumstances change people, and they sometimes discover the most unexpected abilities... Dan Simmons has once again confirmed his reputation as an exceptionally versatile author, this time speaking in the genre of an action-packed detective story. Subtle intrigue, exceptional authenticity and unexpected plot twists place “Shallow Grave” on a par with the best examples of the genre.