The Ends of the Earth

In the aftermath of World War I, ex-flying ace James 'Max' Maxted seeks to uncover the truth behind his father's death in The Ends of the Earth.

Set in the aftermath of World War I, The Ends of the Earth follows ex-flying ace James 'Max' Maxted as he delves into the mystery surrounding his father's death. Sir Henry Maxted's demise has left Max with unanswered questions and a sense of urgency to uncover the truth. However, his investigation leads him into perilous territory, and he finds himself facing his own mortality. As Max's fate hangs in the balance, his team remains unaware of his struggles and continues their quest for answers.

The narrative takes a gripping turn when the team journeys to Japan, driven by the hope of locating a mysterious prisoner linked to Sir Henry’s old adversary, Count Tomura. In Japan, they encounter Fritz Lemmer, a former German spymaster who is now working on a more sinister agenda. This twist adds layers of intrigue and danger to their mission, as the stakes rise and loyalties are tested.

As the story unfolds, the quest initiated in Paris reaches its thrilling climax at Tomura's castle in the mountains of Honshu. The revelations that emerge will finally illuminate the events of the past thirty years, bringing hidden truths to light. The Ends of the Earth serves as a powerful conclusion to Robert Goddard's bestselling adventure trilogy, weaving together themes of deception, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of truth.