When an illegal Albanian immigrant gives birth, she’s told that her baby has died and she should ask no further questions. Her personal devastation brings Brunetti into the world of child trafficking, where purveyors exploit a vulnerable population afraid to stand up for their rights. The horror continues when he learns how far in society the ripples have spread.

Der Kinderarzt Gustavo Pedrolli wird durch den Capitano Marvilli von den Carabinieri verhaftet, weil er verdächtigt wird, eine junge Albanerin getötet zu haben.