The Pain of Strangers: The most dangerous deal is the one you can't refuse (CSI Eddie Collins Book 1)

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The Pain of Strangers: The most dangerous deal is the one you can't refuse (CSI Eddie Collins Book 1)

The Pain of Strangers

Written by Andrew Barrett
4.85 96,227 ratings
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When damaged people reach positions of power, there is no hope for the innocent. In 1987, Norton Bailey became known as the Madman of Mabgate. A damaged person in a position of power, he built a machine to take care of his problems and used money as bait. CSI Eddie Collins is feeling alone and adrift. Even work is unreliable and tense, and brings conflict with bad people. One damaged person in particular seeks to choose how Eddie, and the victims he tries to protect, will die. Is there still no hope for the innocent? Forensic evidence has always lit up the way, but now the light shines dimly. It’s just bright enough to illuminate the fight of Eddie’s life.

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Pages 314
Published February 11, 2022
ISBN 60373548
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Andrew Barrett is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Andrew Barrett can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.

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I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. Quite impressive overall.
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Masterpiece from start to finish. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. Worth every moment spent reading.
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