A Fascinating Traitor: An Anglo-Indian Story

"A Fascinating Traitor: An Anglo-Indian Story" by Richard Savage is a story that appears to be set during the time of British colonialism, mixing thrilling exploits with mysterious schemes. The book starts with Major Alan Hawke, a former military man who is now down on his luck. Hawke, weighed down by past mistakes and gambling debts, contemplates his next move in Geneva. While wrestling with his situation on the shores of Lake Leman, fortune shifts when he meets Captain Anson Anstruther, and a card game changes his financial status. This lucky encounter at a hotel opens up a world of potential connections, particularly concerning a beautiful woman tied to the rich Hugh Johnstone. The beginning of the book promises a tangled web of desires, gambles, and love, where it remains to be seen who can be trusted.