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Renowned con artist Nicolas Fox is recruited by FBI Special Agent Kate O'Hare for his unparalleled talent in elaborate scams. Their targets? A former White House chief of staff turned ruthless security magnate who has stolen a rare Chinese artifact from the Smithsonian. If the theft is exposed, U.S.–China relations could be severely damaged.
Nick and Kate must operate covertly and swiftly, drawing on the help of a diverse crew: a charismatic actor, a tech specialist, and a band of seasoned veterans led by Kate’s father. Their plan takes them from Washington, D.C., to Shanghai, through Scotland’s highlands and Montreal’s streets, pitting them against elite assassins and corporate espionage.
The story blends high‑stakes heist action with undercover intrigue, as the pair races against time to outsmart both the cunning swindler and the aggressive security forces guarding the priceless heirloom.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Suspense/Action Suspense
Authors: Janet Evanovich
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