Late in the summer on a secluded island beach just off the coast of maine, the body of a man is found sitting in the sand. The cause of death is not readily apparent in fact, it's downright elusive as is the man's identity. As two diligent local newspapermen begin to investigate, they join forces with a young graduate student in forensics. Yet, the deeper they probe, the more questions arise with no easy answers. Stephen King has once again masterfully crafted an enthralling tale that will keep the listener on the edge of their seat!