To the casual observer, apparently nothing.But when a houseparty gathers at Gull's Point, the seaside home of an elderly widow,earlier events come to a dramatic head.As Superintendent Battle discovers.

What is the connection between a failed suicide attempt, a wrongful accusation of theft against a schoolgirl, and the romantic life of a famous tennis player?To the casual observer, apparently nothing.But when a houseparty gathers at Gull's Point, the seaside home of an elderly widow,earlier events come to a dramatic head.As Superintendent Battle discovers, it is all part of a carefully paid plan - for murder...

Prologue: November 19th

Open the Door and Here are the People

Snow White and Red Rose

A Fine Italian Hand...

Zero Hour