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When a high‑profile candidate disappears during a New Hampshire local election, the community’s tensions rise. Tricia Miles, a bookseller with a sharp mind, discovers evidence pointing to her sister’s involvement. Determined to prove her sister’s innocence, Tricia delves into the mystery, uncovering hidden motives and deceit that lead her closer to the true killer. The novel blends tight suspense with the quiet backdrop of a New England town, showcasing Tricia’s unique perspective as a bookseller and her relentless pursuit of justice. As the investigation unfolds, readers are drawn into a web of political intrigue, family loyalty, and the power of literary knowledge to solve crime.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Lorna Barrett
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