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When Dr. John Taylor is discovered dead in a hotel room, the police suspect foul play and bring in Detective Samantha Adams from Palo Alto to investigate. Though her beat usually covers small-town crimes, the case quickly escalates into a high-profile murder mystery.
Dr. Taylor's seemingly respectable life hides a clandestine polygamist lifestyle, with three spouses residing in different cities. The unexpected appearance of all three women at his funeral fuels suspicion and deepens the mystery.
Adams must navigate marital secrets and hidden love to unravel the truth behind the murder and the intricate web of lies that surrounded the renowned surgeon.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Alice LaPlante
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