Daniel Harding, well-known anti-government activist, has been found dead in his study. The case looks suspiciously like murder and because his brother-in-law is visiting at the time - and he happens to work for MI6 - a special investigator is called in as it may turn out to be a matter of national security. Throughout the night, the family members are questioned and cross-questioned. Many startling things come to light. Commissioner Halsted is faced with too many suspects and, even, the possibility of suicide. But when the pathologist telephones with his findings, it all becomes clear...
Daniel Harding, well-known anti-government activist, has been found dead in his study. The case looks suspiciously like murder and because his brother-in-law is visiting at the time - and he happens to work for MI6 - a special investigator is called in as it may turn out to be a matter of national security. Throughout the night, the family members are questioned and cross-questioned. Many startling things come to light. Commissioner Halsted is faced with too many suspects and, even, the possibility of suicide. But when the pathologist telephones with his findings, it all becomes clear...