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Sam Bourne’s thriller follows a journalist who probes the mysterious deaths of several men tied to a long‑standing local legend. His inquiry leads him deep into New York’s ultra‑orthodox Jewish community, where he encounters dangerous secrets and complex customs. When an unknown assailant kidnaps his wife, the case becomes a personal minefield, forcing the reporter to confront both the community’s hidden truths and his own resolve to protect his loved ones.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: Sam Bourne
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