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In the third book of her "A Deborah Knott Mystery" series, Margaret Maron delivers a gripping tale of crime, justice, and relationships. Judge Knott is unexpectedly called to Beaufort, North Carolina, to fill in for a colleague who has died in a suspicious manner. As she investigates the case, she uncovers her own past and is drawn into a web of lies and deceit. The investigation takes her deep into the heart of the town, where she meets a former lover who is also accused of the murder. The novel explores themes of justice, relationships, and the complexities of human nature.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Margaret Maron
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