Puzzled by the banks’ insistence that she
partner with the new director of their Offshore Bank in the
Cayman Islands, Amanda is both attracted and repelled on
discovering that Derek Ashton is in league with a Filipino
mankukulam, a ‘man with the evil eye’, who seems
determined to destroy her. She watches her strongest ally
and biggest customer fall victim to a sudden and deadly
illness. The integrity of her employer, the reputation of
U.S. politicians, and her assumption of safety as an
American – all are shattered when she learns that billions
from the legendary Yamashita’s Gold are about to leave the
Philippines, aided by persons cloaked as allies, who will
let nothing stand in their way. |
"The world of international finance has many dimensions
and many faces. Nita Hughes, a veteran in the field of
international private banking, has crafted a superb
novel of danger and intrigue, along with a touch of
romance, in this compelling tale. A wonderful time
capsule that transported me back to the incomparable
charms, challenges and mysteries of the Philippines."
Rex Beach, Former U.S. Executive
Director, Asian Development Bank |