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Beryl Tavistock is drawn back into her family's past when the mysterious deaths of her parents, long considered a quiet scandal, begin to reveal darker secrets. Following a trail that leads from the streets of Paris to the historic sites of Greece, she discovers that her quest for truth is entangled with an international espionage network. With the aid of a suave ex‑CIA agent, Beryl must navigate a web of deceit where allies can turn into enemies and betrayals can become lethal. The novel blends personal tragedy with the high stakes of covert operations, keeping readers on edge until the final revelation.
First publish date: May 1, 1994
Genre: Suspense/Action Suspense
Authors: Tess Gerritsen
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