Into the office of The Agency comes Adrien Norte. Adrien Norte writes best-sellers, and the person who takes on his case is Blair, a detective. Adrien Norte has been receiving anonymous, threatening letters. Blair has to investigate, and find out if the threats are for real and, above all, who is writing them… In an atmosphere both oppressive and dream-like, the two men’s relationship is like a chess game… But who’s winning? And is it really a game, or a question of life or death? Where is the line between reality and staging? With consummate skill, Pierre Pelot draws the reader into the maze of this strange confrontation. Every detail counts, and in magnificently mastered language, he gradually reveal the mysteries of these women walking by the Side of the Path.

An author renowned for his talents. A masterfully written psychological duel… with an unexpected ending!