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A young, ambitious copywriter is found dead in his office at a prestigious advertising agency in the heart of Tel Aviv. At first glance, the death appears to be nothing more than a medical tragedy. But the missing epinephrine syringe and cryptic messages left behind by the deceased raise suspicions of foul play. Two young women try to uncover the truth: Natalie, a police investigator determined to solve the case without losing her boyfriend, and Liane, a senior budget analyst whose entire life is thrown into question by the tragedy. As the investigation unfolds, the polished world of conference rooms, creative presentations, and dazzling campaigns reveals itself as a ruthless battle over the advertising budget for a game-changing product. With an international career and millions at stake, it soon becomes clear that not everyone played by the rules. Smadar Frydman's new psychological thriller is set in contemporary Tel Aviv, exposing the advertising industry's glamorous façade and the ruthless competition beneath it. As ambition, betrayal, and hidden vulnerabilities collide, every deadline brings someone closer to triumph - and someone else to tragedy. The trailer: https://smadar-frydman.co.il/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/T-D-C-trailer-music-Canva.mp4 ALSO BY SMADAR FRYDMAN Through the Rustling Water The Poisoned Ivy's Embrace Books One and Two of the Faultlines series