A geologist suffering from amnesia uncovers a dangerous connection between his forgotten past and the corrupt corporate empire he serves. After a near-fatal accident erases his identity, Boyd works for the Matterson Corporation in the rugged landscape of British Columbia. When a chance encounter with a name from his past triggers fragmented memories, he begins an investigation that threatens to expose the dark secrets of his employers. He must navigate the physical dangers of the wilderness and the calculated hostility of the Matterson family, who are determined to keep his history buried.

This novel reflects the classic mid-century thriller style characterized by a focus on isolated, harsh environments and the slow unraveling of a protagonist's hidden history. The narrative relies on the tension between the protagonist's professional competence as a geologist and his personal vulnerability regarding his lost identity. Readers often note the author's ability to ground suspense in the physical realities of the timber country, making the setting an active participant in the conflict. The story suggests a methodical approach to mystery, where the stakes escalate as the protagonist moves closer to the truth about the Trinavant family.