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Jesse Stone, a 35‑year‑old ex‑LAPD detective whose marriage collapsed and drinking spiraled, finds his future dim after being fired from the force. He is then approached by the community of Paradise, Massachusetts, to serve as police chief. Though uncertain if this is a chance for redemption, Stone quickly discovers that the seemingly peaceful New England town hides deep political and moral corruption. Triple homicides, ties to the Boston mob, errant spouses, and militant unrest compound the danger. A local psychopath targets the new chief, turning Paradise into a crucible of crime and intrigue.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Robert B. Parker
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