In the dark streets of San Francisco’s Chinatown, a web of mystery and intrigue unfolds as the Continental Op investigates a sinister case involving multiple murders. When Lillian Shan, a wealthy Chinese-American woman, returns to her coastal mansion, she discovers her maid dead and a stranger lurking in her home. The local sheriff’s investigation falters, prompting Shan to hire the Op to uncover the truth. What begins as a search for two missing servants turns into a tangled narrative involving Chinatown’s underworld, secretive tong wars, and enigmatic figures like Chang Li Ching, a shadowy and powerful presence. Hammett crafts a fast-paced story full of twists, danger, and tension, highlighting the Op’s resilience and sharp instincts in navigating a labyrinth of lies and betrayal.
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