Books like R is for Ricochet (Kinsey Millhone, #18) by Sue Grafton
Kinsey Millhone, under contract with Nord Lafferty, is tasked with driving his daughter home from the Californian Institute for Women. The job quickly turns complicated when the daughter, Reba Lafferty, proves feisty and rebellious, prompting Kinsey to protect her from breaking her parole conditions. Kinsey discovers that Reba has been taking the fall for her boss, Alan Beckwith, who is suspected of laundering money for a Colombian drug cartel. The FBI is pursuing Beckwith, and Kinsey is asked by the police to persuade Reba to provide evidence that could bring him to justice.
As Kinsey navigates the delicate dynamics between her client, her employer and the authorities, she must manage Reba’s anger and protect her from potential retaliation while uncovering the truth behind Beckwith’s crimes.
First publish date: April 5, 2005
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Sue Grafton
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