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Work Pickens is stunned when the murder of his father thrusts a buried family history into the open. As detectives probe the crime, old resentments, and hidden motives surface, challenging Work's carefully constructed identity and forcing him to examine the deep bonds and betrayals that bind his family.
With roots in North Carolina, the novel examines themes of familial duty, sibling rivalry, and the impact of a father's legacy on those left behind. While the investigation proceeds, Work must decide if the truth will ultimately free or destroy him and his loved ones.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Hart, John
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