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'Karin Slaughter is simply one of the best thriller writers working today, and Cop Town shows the author at the top of her game... I would follow her anywhere!' Gillian Flynn
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Atlanta, 1974
As a brutal killing and a furious manhunt rock the city, Kate Murphy wonders if her…
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This author showcases her mastery of the police procedural in a standalone set against the gritty backdrop of 1974 Atlanta. The story follows rookie cop Kate Murphy as she steps into the testosterone-fueled world of the Atlanta police force.
From day one, Kate faces a barrage of challenges, navigating an environment that’s as welcoming to women as a porcupine in a balloon factory. As the department dives into the investigation of a fellow officer’s murder, Kate and her partner, Maggie Lawson, suspect they’re being sidelined from the real action. Slaughter expertly weaves a tale of tension and intrigue, highlighting the…
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