The City in the Clouds

The prologue of this novel set in South America sets the scene for impending disaster. We are

introduced first to Gideon Morse Mendoza, a multi- millionnaire living in sumptuos surroundings – a

veritable paradise. He and his only daughter, Juanita, are planning to sail on their huge private yacht,

which can be seen in the harbour, but two unwelcome visitors suddenly shatter his peace and shake

him to the core.