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When the illustrious Bannister collection is set to open, the show’s director, Morgan West, grows uneasy about a notorious cat burglar named Quinn. The burglar’s unexpected appearance at Morgan’s apartment forces her to confront her fears and offer assistance. Together, they devise a trap aimed at capturing a more deadly adversary lurking in the mist‑shrouded streets of San Francisco. As the danger escalates, the pair find that the stakes far exceed any single theft, and trust becomes a luxury they can ill afford.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Kay Hooper
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