Following a deal gone bad, mobster Parker needs to be redone. As he brings an attentive ear to the proposal of a Cathman, retired civil servant of the State of New York while remaining wary. It is to organize a heist on a casino boat up the Hudson. He recruited three former thugs of his knowledge and will play a young woman who disabled and whose wheelchair will discreetly evacuate the loot. One of the acolytes will play the role of a senator unofficial visit. Everything is set as clockwork, timed to the minute, but a grain of sand can always come to seize the beautiful mechanical ... A good classic thriller suspense, meticulous organization and unforeseen dirty tricks as knows so well produce Stark (better known by the name of Donald Westlake). All is well written, very effective, even if the outcome is fairly predictable. These types of fans are sure to enjoy.