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In a tale set in Boston, Major League pitcher Marty Rabbs finds his career and his wife Linda’s life implicated in a hidden web of extortion and violence. Spenser, the seasoned private investigator, follows leads that tie Marty's games to Linda’s past and uncover a plot involving a racketeer and a gun‑armed enforcer. Amid the backdrop of America’s favorite pastime, the stakes rise as every move could spell disaster for the team and its characters.
The novel blends hard‑boiled detective work with the energy of baseball, portraying the high‑pressure environment of a Red Sox game and the darker forces that threaten its players.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Robert B. Parker
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