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And when the trail of the killer leads to a fundamentalist church, the consequences of belief and faith propel her toward a deadly confrontation.Once again, Laurel Dewey has created a novel as rich in character as it is in suspense. 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Her characters are strong and interesting, and her protagonist, Jane Perry is just plain gutsy.\" - BlogcriticsLaurel Dewey's Detective Jane Perry is quickly becoming one of the most distinctive, dynamic, and unforgettable characters in suspense fiction today. She's rock hard, but capable of extraordinary tenderness. She's a brilliant cop, but she's capable of making life-altering mistakes. 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