Copyright 1979, ex-library, hardcover with dustjacket, 186 pages. "While hunting in the English countryside, Ben Selby stumbles upon the murdered body of Peter Gaston, a friend of twenty years earlier. They had both been agents in a clandestine organization. He is convinced that Peter was killed to prevent their meeting and questions his widow. Her response is the beginning of a perilous search for something buried long ago on a remote island." Library cardholder/checkout sheet and stamps/notations inside. Dustjacket is enclosed in mylar overlay taped to cover. Binding is secure in this clean, bright book.