A writer, The Young Man, follows strangers in London for inspiration, but gets caught by a thief named Cobb, who involves him in a life of breaking and entering. The Young Man meets Lucy Russel, whose story is rooted in a dark past, including witnessing a murder. As he delves deeper into her story, he becomes embroiled in a world of crime, theft, and adultery, while navigating his own future as a writer.
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A novice author forms an unlikely bond with a charismatic thief, learning valuable lessons about life and creativity through their unconventional mentorship.