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But Cass's instincts tell her otherwise, and badge or no badge, she intends to see justice done  The first in a series of compulsive crime novels featuring an unforgettable lead character. Perfect for fans of Ian K. Smith, Sue Grafton and the Cormoran Strike novels.  Praise for Tracy Clark'Clark writes with purpose, her sense of social justice never venturing into dogma but remaining fully rooted in Raines's actions and personality. She saves, but is no savior, because she operates in a world where survival is the benchmark, and pain remains in the aftermath.' The New York Times on Runner, part of the Cass Raines Mystery series  Runner nominated for the Sue Grafton Memorial Award from the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award  'This street-smart first mystery boasts great characterization and a terrific new protagonist. Get this writer on your radar now.' Booklist  'Unforgettable. . . . Distinctive, vividly written characters lift this promising debut. Readers will be eager for the sequel.' Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW  'Clark's kickoff to an exciting new character-driven series explores the dynamics between a black investigator and a white world in a story ripped from the headlines.' Kirkus Reviews  'Clark's compelling, suspenseful, and action-packed debut introduces a dogged, tough African American woman investigator who is complex and courageous and surrounded by a family of fascinating misfits. Fans of Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone or Sara Paretsky's V.I Warshawski will welcome Cass Raines to their ranks.' 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A new case gives a glimpse into how the other half lives  and how they die\u003cp\u003eWealth. Power. Celebrity. \u003cb\u003eVonda Allen\u003c\/b\u003e's glossy magazine has taken the Windy City by storm, and she's well on her way to building a one-woman media empire. Everybody adores her. Except the people who work for her. And the person who's sending her flowers with death threats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVonda has employed off-duty cop \u003cb\u003eBen Mickerson\u003c\/b\u003e as her bodyguard and when he needs some back-up no one fits the bill better than his ex-partner on the police force, \u003cb\u003eCass Raines\u003c\/b\u003e. Cass is reluctant to take the job  she isn't keen on playing babysitter to a celebrity  but agrees to as a favour to Ben.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen two of Vonda's staff turn up dead, Ben and Cass must find the unknown assailant before someone else dies. Then Ben is taken out of action, Cass is left to find out what secrets Vonda is keeping, and who wants her dead. A task made even harder by enemies in the Chicago Police Department determined to stop Cass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn explosive third novel from a thrilling crime novelist, which fans of Ian K. Smith, Sue Grafton and the Cormoran Strike novels will love.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePraise for Tracy Clark\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRunner \u003c\/i\u003enominated for the Sue Grafton Memorial Award from the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'This street-smart first mystery boasts great characterization and a terrific new protagonist. \u003cb\u003eGet this writer on your radar now\u003c\/b\u003e.' \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'\u003cb\u003eUnforgettable. . . . Distinctive, vividly written characters\u003c\/b\u003e lift this promising debut. 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But once in a while, it leads straight to danger. When Cass hears about the death of Tim Ayers, she agrees to look into the circumstances. A choice she may come to regret.   Ayers was from a wealthy Chicago family, and was found dead in Lake Michigan, in the water near his luxury boat. Cass begins digging and is surprised to learn that Tim Ayers was terminally ill. Given the large quantities of alcohol and drugs found in his body, his death appears to be either an accident or suicide.   Yet Cass soon realises there are too many unanswered questions and unexplained coincidences. It could be murder. But why would anyone kill a dying man? Cass's persistence attracts unwanted attention, putting her life in danger and uncovering sinister secrets she may end up taking to her grave.  The gripping second instalment of a private investigator crime series, that is perfect for fans of Ian K. Smith, Sue Grafton and the Cormoran Strike novels.  Praise for Tracy ClarkRunner nominated for the Sue Grafton Memorial Award from the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award  'This street-smart first mystery boasts great characterization and a terrific new protagonist. Get this writer on your radar now.' Booklist  'Unforgettable. . . . Distinctive, vividly written characters lift this promising debut. Readers will be eager for the sequel.' Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW  'Clark's kickoff to an exciting new character-driven series explores the dynamics between a black investigator and a white world in a story ripped from the headlines.' Kirkus Reviews  'Clark's compelling, suspenseful, and action-packed debut introduces a dogged, tough African American woman investigator who is complex and courageous and surrounded by a family of fascinating misfits. Fans of Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone or Sara Paretsky's V.I Warshawski will welcome Cass Raines to their ranks.' 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