Ten

31st December, somewhere in Geneva, eight players sit around a poker table. At stake is¾almost half¾a million francs. According to Simon, poker teacher and croupier for this game, you shouldn't play if you can't afford to lose. Who is there for the wrong reasons?

Vincent Torrela, the organiser of the poker game, has discreetly stolen the half-million. But the money is stuck in an air duct and the police are watching the room with cameras. Who is the target?

The building where the poker game is being held is suddenly plunged into darkness. Intentionally or accidentally? Could this be the moment for some to execute their plans?

A thief, a shady diplomat, a mole, a dealer in documents and now a cheat. This is no longer poker but a liars' game. Until it becomes a massacre.

At midnight, the players take a break to raise a glass to the New Year and¾their good fortune -¾those who still believe in it, in any case. The others are left with their good resolutions and the hope of a miracle.

Gambling outside casinos is not allowed, so a poker game with half a¾million at stake is definitely illegal. Why, then, is there a cop at the table?

It takes¾five minutes to learn to play poker, but a whole lifetime to master the game. When you're a natural, like the young Julie, you can skip a few stages.

Basically, when playing poker, you should only be staking your money, not your future or your life. Is it really the case that only a few hours age, the players were wishing each other a Happy New Year?

Who's the winner? The one with the money? The one going to bed with a smile on their face? Could there be multiple winners?