Crevice

Crevice

by William J. Burns

The Crevice delves into the shadowy world of financial intrigue and deception, where the death of a prominent financier, Pennington Lawton, throws his family and business into turmoil. Anita, his daughter, left nearly penniless after his sudden demise, finds herself embroiled in a labyrinth of secrets and lies. Determined to uncover the truth, Anita seeks the aid of renowned detective Henry Blaine. As Blaine delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of hidden agendas, financial misdeeds, and a conspiracy that threatens to destroy Anita's inheritance and taint her father's legacy. With each clue unearthed, Blaine and Anita navigate a dangerous landscape of betrayal and deceit, seeking justice for Pennington Lawton and the restoration of Anita's rightful inheritance.

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