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Dana Stabenow

Play With Fire

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"Play With Fire" by Dana Stabenow is a thrilling and suspenseful mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. This is the 18th book in the popular "Kate Shugak" series, but it can also be enjoyed as a standalone novel. The story follows Kate Shugak, a former investigator for the Anchorage District Attorney's office, who now lives in a national park in Alaska and works as a private investigator. When a wealthy businessman is found dead in a hot spring, Kate is hired to investigate. The businessman had many enemies, and the list of suspects is long. As Kate digs deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of corruption, greed, and deceit that threatens to destroy the community. The businessman had been buying up land in the park, and many people were opposed to his plans. But who would go so far as to commit murder? Stabenow's writing is sharp and engaging, and she skillfully weaves together the various plot threads to create a tense and thrilling narrative. The Alaska setting is vividly depicted, and the harsh, unforgiving landscape becomes a character in its own right. Kate is a complex and compelling protagonist. She is tough, smart, and resourceful, but she also has a vulnerable side. She is haunted by her past, and her relationships with the other characters in the book are carefully drawn and believable. "Play With Fire" is a gripping and suspenseful mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. It is a must-read for fans of the genre, and a great introduction to the "Kate Shugak" series. With its compelling characters, vivid setting, and intricate plot, this book is sure to leave readers wanting more...

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