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Set in the rugged mining town of Leadville, "A Deadly Promise" follows Sarah as she faces perilous threats in her quest to exonerate her murdered father and uncover the vast criminal network that controls the town. Her determination and bravery drive the narrative in this fast‑paced mystery adventure.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Joan Lowery Nixon
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