The protagonist of this famous novel is Simon Templar, known as The Saint. The story is set in the village of Baycombe where Templar is on a holiday. The plot thickens when Templar, who is known for his Robin Hood-like antics, discovers that an infamous criminal known as 'The Tiger' is in the same village. As the narrative unfolds, Templar finds himself embroiled in a web of mystery and intrigue. He comes across a hidden treasure, faces betrayal, and deals with various characters, each with their own secrets and motives. Templar's goal is to unmask The Tiger and bring his criminal activities to an end.