As Robicheaux investigates, he uncovers links to various influential groups, including Hollywood elites, the mob, and certain local police officers, suggesting a vast and intricate network of corruption and vice.

As the story unfolds, the detective, aided by his friends Clete Purcel and his daughter Alafair, navigates a dangerous path that not only exposes external threats but also forces him to confront his inner demons and the very nature of evil itself.

Through Robicheaux's journey and his interactions with a rich cast of characters, the story explores questions about morality, the human condition, and the possibility of finding grace and redemption amidst the darkness.

Kirkus Reviews wrote that the story had a "powerful emotional charge" and remarked that while many of the character types and plot devices are familiar from Burke's earlier works, the storytelling still feels fresh and impactful.

[1] A review from BookBrowse highlighted the richness of the Louisiana setting and the complex characters, noting the novel's balance between being a psychological journey and a thrilling mystery.