"A. E. Maxwell wrote one of the smartest, most consistent PI series in recent memory. Big plots, great villains, and a kickass private eye with plenty of humanity. The toughness of Robert B. Parker's early Spenser novels blended with the wry humor and scope of Ross Thomas. Wholly original, endlessly entertaining. The books of A. E. Maxwell are a forgotten treasure."--Tim Maleeny Back in print for the first time in fifteen years, the first thriller featuring failed violinist-turned-private investigator Fiddler and his beautiful banker ex-wife Fiora. Fiora needs Fiddler's help when her twin brother's smuggling operation might get him killed.