A worldwide conspiracy and a nuclear threat - the sensational debut novel of film legend Michael Caine! A metal box with radioactive material is found in East London. But the police, who are called immediately, arrive too late: before the officers arrive, the box is stolen. In addition to the intelligence services, DCI Harry Taylor and his team are also investigating. They are known for their unorthodox approach - but also for their successes. Soon, two suspects emerge during the investigation: they are suspected of arms trafficking on a large scale, and an atomic bomb on British soil would be an outstanding coup for both of them. For DCI Taylor, a race against time begins...