When a high-stakes defection goes wrong, two children are thrust into a dangerous game of international criminal retaliation. John Chance, a man operating in the shadows of security, finds his personal and professional lives colliding when his children, Rich and Jade, become targets for a vengeful mafia syndicate. As the syndicate attempts to leverage the twins to silence a defecting banker, Chance must navigate a series of high-pressure environments, from the canals of Venice to the halls of an English private school. The narrative maintains a rapid, action-oriented pace, focusing on the physical survival of the protagonists against well-resourced adversaries.

This work is characterized by the signature fast-paced style associated with Jack Higgins, adapted here for a younger audience. The narrative relies on established thriller tropes, emphasizing physical conflict and the constant threat of abduction to maintain reader engagement. The collaboration with Justin Richards suggests a focus on accessible, plot-driven storytelling that prioritizes momentum over complex character introspection. Readers likely encounter a straightforward, high-tension experience that mirrors the structure of adult espionage thrillers while centering on the vulnerability of the young protagonists.