The story revolves around a large, desolate bungalow on the outskirts of Texas City, which is lively inside despite its outward appearance. The bungalow is home to a family with two children who are at school, while their busy father goes to work, leaving the mother as the heart of the home. The garden is animated with rabbits and ducks, and the absence of a nameplate suggests that the neighbors are unaware of the family's identity. The mother brings life to the bungalow, and even when it snows, her warmth prevents the snow from covering it. However, there's an underlying sadness as the mother's true home is far away in a village. The narrative hints at an upcoming meeting between a famous producer, John Altamash, and a well-known singer and actress, Selina Nanda, at this bungalow, highlighting its significance despite its isolation.

by Prabodh Kumar Govil in English Detective stories

Writen by Prabodh Kumar Govil

Category Detective stories