Ten suspects. Ten heists. A puzzle only Ernest Cunningham can solve.

I've spent the last few years solving murders. But a bank heist is a new one, even for me. I've never been a hostage before.

The doors are chained shut. No one in or out. Which means that when someone in the bank is murdered, hostages become suspects.

THE BANK ROBBER
THE MANAGER
THE SECURITY GUARD
THE KID
THE FILM PRODUCER
THE PRIEST
THE RECEPTIONIST
THE PATIENT
THE CARER
ME

Turns out, more than one person planned to rob the bank today. You can steal more from a bank than just money.

Who is stealing what? And are they willing to kill for it?


'Nobody from Agatha Christie to Anthony Horowitz beats Stevenson for cleverness. Resign yourself to being stumped, and enjoy.' Kirkus Reviews

'This book is fun. And clever. Like playing a game of Cluedo and watching a heist movie and drinking a glass of whisky at the same time . Benjamin Stevenson has reignited the "Golden Age" of mystery writing, and Ernest Cunningham is a lovable Agatha Christie-esque protagonist.' Australian Women's Weekly

'A caper that comes with a flurry of ingenious twists and a comedic nudge-and-wink to the reader.' Sydney Morning Herald

'Stevenson's hot streak continues with the fabulous fourth case for Ernest Cunningham . . . As always Stevenson plays scrupulously fair with readers, offering all the evidence needed to solve his devilishly intricate puzzle from the jump. Still, even the most seasoned mystery fans will struggle to beat him to the final reveal. This series continues to impress.' Publishers Weekly