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John Putnam Thatcher, a seasoned financier, is dispatched to Gdansk to investigate a promising investment that could restore the historic Kiel Canal. The canal, a vital artery for maritime traffic, becomes a maze of small and large vessels during a foggy night, setting the stage for chaos.
Amid the turmoil, the Baltic Area Development Association (BADA) faces tragedy when one of its officials is found murdered after a champagne‑filled reception. Thatcher must sift through the labyrinth of maritime logistics and corporate intrigue to uncover the truth, blending investigative rigor with the perilous currents of the Baltic Sea.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Emma Lathen
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