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In the Shadow of Revenge - cover

In the Shadow of Revenge

Patricia Hale

Publisher: Carina Press

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Summary

Everybody thought brilliant Cecily would leave dead-end Millers Falls for something better. But a two-decades-old tragedy locks her in place. Few understand the fierce bond that Cecily and Amelia share with Hilary, who was assaulted one summer as the two other girls watched helplessly. It's a bond of love and guilt…and a desire for vengeance that cuts clear to the bone.So Assistant DA Cecily Minos waits, eager to see the guy in her courtroom. When Amelia meets a man who has the tattoo the girls remember seeing that day, they think they've finally caught a break. But the police refuse to reopen the case, and it's up to Cecily and Amelia to pursue their suspect.Their investigation soon uncovers secrets best left buried. But the law is slow, and they've waited long enough for revenge…71,000 words
Available since: 07/15/2013.
Print length: 203 pages.

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