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Letty Davenport, the brilliant and tenacious adopted daughter of Lucas Davenport, takes the investigative reins in the newest thriller from #1 bestselling author John Sandford.

By twenty-four, Letty Davenport has seen more action than most law enforcement professionals. Working a desk job for US Senator Christopher Colles, she's bored and…

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This is a new book in what I hope will become a series for John Sandford. Lettie Davenport, adopted daughter of Lucas Davenport has become a police officer. While Lucas had hoped she would change her mind about law enforcement, Lettie has embraced it. She finds herself entangled in her first case. Schooled in martial arts and the best shot in her graduating class, she is prepared for most situations. The book is fast paced and keeps you turning the pages. I finished this one well into the wee hours of the morning. I am looking to see Lettie appear…

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