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An otherwise ordinary young woman, Shirley Angela finds herself bound to her wealthy stepfather’s terminal condition. When a charismatic young man named Jack enters her life, the two concoct a bold plan: to put the old man out of his misery and escape with a suitcase of cash. Their scheme, however, is tested by growing affection, greed, and the unexpected presence of another woman.
Set in the gritty atmosphere of hard‑boiled crime and noir pulp, the story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the moral boundaries crossed in pursuit of money. In a tense blend of mystery and crime fiction, Shirley must wrestle with her conscience, the power of desire, and the dangers lurking in every shadow.
First publish date: 1958
Genre: Crime Fiction/Noir
Authors: Gil Brewer
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