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The Murder

Janie Owens

Publisher: Next Chapter

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Summary

Sometimes life is about trust and love. And occasionally, murder.
 
When Rachel and Joe retired in a 50-Plus Condo, they did not anticipate encountering amusing and eccentric residents - or the murder of Rachel's friend, who owned an animal shelter. The suspects are many: the shelter caretaker, an abusive husband, a mistaken hitman and a strange man in a top hat.
 
While investigations of the murder ensue, trouble erupts for the couple who seemingly have the perfect marriage. But what will it take to convince them both that trust and love conquers all?
Available since: 01/22/2022.
Print length: 252 pages.

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