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When a young woman is found brutally murdered in the lavish home of a prominent Arizona politician, Detective J.P. Beaumont is drawn into a high-stakes investigation. The victim, it turns out, was the politician's mistress, immediately entangling Beaumont in a web of secrets, lies, and the kind of political maneuvering that can make an honest cop's life incredibly difficult. As Beaumont begins to peel back the layers of the victim's life and her connection to the powerful man, he uncovers a conspiracy that suggests the murder is far more complex than a simple crime of passion, pointing towards powerful figures desperate to protect their reputations and hide their involvement. The core of "Dead Wrong" lies in its exploration of corruption, the hidden lives of the elite, and the lengths people will go to maintain their status, often at the expense of truth and justice. J.P. Beaumont, known for his determination and often solitary pursuit of facts, finds himself navigating a dangerous landscape where the rules are bent and powerful enemies abound. The novel is compelling due to Jance's skill in weaving intricate plotlines with relatable character struggles, the escalating suspense as Beaumont closes in on the truth, and the inherent tension created by the clash between a seasoned detective and the entrenched power structures that would rather see the case buried. It offers a gripping look at the dark side of ambition and the pervasive nature of deception.
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Publisher
HarperCollins
Pages
464
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780060540913
ISBN-10
0060540915
Language
English
Published
2007-06-26
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