Set against the backdrop of fragile Sino-American relations, a covert mission unfolds to recover a stolen Boston art collection that has resurfaced in China over three decades later. Retired military sleuths Julian Peale and Grace Ho, both experts in art, embark on an adventurous journey from Washington to the vast deserts of China and the art-filled museums of Boston to reclaim the invaluable artifacts. The story weaves together themes of art, culture, and international intrigue.
