Lorimer Black suddenly understands his boss's motto: "nothing is safe, nothing is secure, nothing is forever".

The elaborate lies that Lorimer Black has woven to protect himself start to unravel, as he is tempted by both unsuitable love and a secure place in London's Square Mile.

Lorimer Black, a successful insurance loss adjuster, discovers a hanged man while on a routine appointment - a point from when his whole life begins to rapidly fall apart.