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Frustrated by the unanswered questions surrounding her son’s death in a heroin‑driven tragedy, Sarah Talbot turns to former SAS sergeant Sean Egan for help. Egan’s military background and instinctive approach to violence prove essential as they navigate the perilous world of the drug trade and seek justice for the lost. Their partnership blends determined social investigation with seasoned combat expertise, drawing them into a suspenseful confrontation with powerful enemies.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Suspense/Action Suspense
Authors: Jack Higgins
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