Synopsis

Margo Bently was at work on her debut novel, a manuscript that threatened to expose a powerful group. Her sudden death brought her into the lab, initially classified as an alcoholic prostitute suffering from cirrhosis, but Quince sensed a deeper story about her life. Quince was invited to deliver a seminar in Buffalo, New York, by Asten, who then assumed responsibility for the lab while Quince prepared his presentation. During Quince’s absence, Asten released the body to a false coroner, prom