The Far Side of the Dollar

A private investigator searches for a wealthy runaway who has fallen into the hands of kidnappers, navigating a web of secrecy from the boy's parents. The investigation leads to a rundown Hollywood hotel, a former hotspot for the glamorous and unscrupulous, now home to a fresh corpse. The narrative showcases Ross Macdonald's thrilling style, exposing the corruption and moral decay underlying the case while delivering intense suspense and intrigue.