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In "M" is for Malice, Kinsey Millhone is hired to track a missing son of the wealthy Malek family, owners of a $40‑million construction empire. As she delves into the family's past, she confronts bitter memories and hidden motives. The investigation reveals a web of anger and deception, ultimately leading to a violent climax that underscores the destructive nature of unresolved familial conflict.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Sue Grafton
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