The Return follows the story of Marty Hahn, who fakes his death in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Crippled with debt, he escapes New York and returns 10 years later to claim his insurance. Upon arrival, he finds his family in despair, who have struggled to cope with his absence for the past decade and had no indication that he was still alive. His family's fury appears insignificant compared to the wrath of the American public, who discover he took advantage of that tragic day for personal gain. The Return is a book about love, devotion, betrayal and forgiveness. How long can a family commit to a man who has lied to them for over a decade?