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On a routine drive through New Mexico, a persistent television reporter intercepts a desperate call about a Texas millionaire’s daughter who has disappeared. With the family’s home just a short drive away, she leverages her contacts in journalism to secure a crucial interview. As the clock ticks, she must navigate the tense waters of hostage negotiations and the unfamiliar terrain of the Southwest, all while racing to keep the runaway teenager safe.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Sandra Brown
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