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A fierce hurricane blankets a Boston private island where Heidi Bradshaw, a well-connected woman recently divorced from a wealthy husband, hosts her daughter’s wedding. She enlists Spenser, the seasoned private investigator and longtime protector of her son, to serve as a stand-in husband and safeguard. While Spenser enjoys a rare quiet working day, the storm triggers a high‑stakes kidnapping that quickly spirals into murder. The case draws in Spenser’s old adversary, the enigmatic Gray Man, whose motives and methods blur the line between foe and ally. With multiple bodies and unanswered questions, Spenser must navigate the perilous waters of crime, loyalty, and betrayal to protect his client and uncover the truth.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Robert B. Parker
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