The key themes running through this novel are betrayal, pursuit, and the search for peace. Andrews has informed on his fellow smugglers. He takes refuge from his avengers in a girl's house and she persuades him to give evidence in court against his accomplices.

The key themes running through this novel are betrayal, pursuit, and the search for peace. Andrews has informed on his fellow smugglers. He takes refuge from his avengers in a girl's house and she persuades him to give evidence in court against his accomplices.