Liam arrives at the Sinclair estate full of excitement and optimism, ready to learn from his literary hero. However, he soon realizes that the Sinclairs are a dysfunctional family with a troubled past. J.M. is a bitter and reclusive man, Hélène is cold and distant, and Bertie is a spoiled and entitled young man.
As Liam begins to work with Bertie on his writing skills, he becomes increasingly drawn into the family's secrets. He overhears arguments and confrontations, and begins to piece together the troubled history of the Sinclairs. He learns that J.M. was once a promising young writer who suffered a mental breakdown and retreated from public life, while Hélène resented him for his success and blamed him for their problems.
As Liam tries to navigate the complex dynamics of the family, he finds himself becoming more and more entangled in their web of deceit. He becomes romantically involved with Bertie's girlfriend, but discovers that she is using him to gain access to the Sinclairs' wealth. He starts to suspect that the family is involved in criminal activities, and begins to fear for his own safety.
As tensions escalate, Liam must confront the truth about the Sinclairs and their dark secrets. Will he be able to save himself and escape the dangerous world of the Sinclair mansion? Or will he become another victim of their twisted history?