The Piper

Scotland Yard inspector Ian Rutledge finds himself grappling with the haunting memories of World War I as he attempts to return to a semblance of normalcy. Besieged by the invisible wounds of battle, Rutledge struggles to confront his past while taking on the demands of his profession. His internal turmoil is compounded as he investigates a complex murder case that challenges his already fragile state of mind. Each clue leads him deeper into a world fraught with deception and the lingering shadows of war.

As he delves into the mystery, Rutledge encounters a cast of characters who reveal the dark undercurrents of society in the aftermath of the Great War. The ticking clock of time and a growing sense of urgency shadow his investigation, forcing him to confront not only the truth of the crime but also his own scarred psyche. Through a labyrinth of intrigue and personal reflection, he seeks redemption in both the case and himself.