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When Pam and Jerry North escape the winter snowstorms for a Florida getaway, they think they’re simply enjoying the sun, sand, and surf. Instead, their vacation quickly turns into a thriller, with a low body count emerging in the midst of action and intrigue. The story wends itself through clever red herrings and a mix of suspenseful events, all set against the backdrop of Florida’s coastal charm and the culinary delights of tuna and dorado. Readers will be drawn into Pam and Jerry’s attempt to unravel the mystery before the vacation ends.
First publish date: 1963
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Frances Louise Davis Lockridge
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