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In the heart of Berlin, the city’s premier branch of the global investigation firm Private faces a chilling case when its star agent, Chris Schneider, disappears while handling a complex assignment involving a crooked billionaire, a cheating soccer player, and a shady nightclub owner. The investigation quickly escalates into a perilous hunt that tests the firm's resolve and exposes hidden threats. Known for its fast‑paced thrills and graphic stakes, this installment pushes the boundaries of suspense in the world of private detectives.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: James Patterson
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