Marian Brand unexpectedly inherited the luxurious «Bucht Bay» estate from her uncle, located in the resort town of Farn. The relatives who continue to live in this estate are strongly outraged by the inheritance and harbor hatred toward their niece. A famous singer, Helen Eadrian, comes to the estate—just before her arrival she turned to Miss Silver for help. Helen plans to get married, but she is being blackmailed. Two days later, she is found dead in a ravine, and soon the alleged blackmailer is also killed. The investigation is handled by Inspector Chris, who is confident he knows who the murderer is. But then Miss Silver interferes, completely overturning the course of the investigation—much to the displeasure of the police.