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Inspector William Monk searches for proof of his friend´s innocence in a controversial and dangerous case, in the nineteenth novel in Anne Perry´s acclaimed series

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Anne Perry´s Inspector William Monk: in search of justice, he will not stop until he has found the truth...
Oliver Rathbone, William Monk´s close friend, has presided brilliantly over his first cases as a judge. But the next will bring a far greater challenge. Abel Taft, a charismatic minister adored by his congregation, stands accused of terrible corruption and fraud which has ruined the lives of those he´s betrayed.
In court, each victim affirms Taft´s guilt, but when the defence´s star witness tears their stories apart, the case seems lost. Rathbone realises he holds, locked away, a piece of evidence that could change the outcome of the trial and bring true justice, but can he, as the judge, become involved? The decision Rathbone makes will draw Monk deep into a dangerous case that will shape the rest of both their lives...

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Perry again delivers searing social criticism with well-drawn continuing characters Booklist 20130901

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Perry, Anne
Anne Perry is a New York Times bestselling author noted for her memorable characters, historical accuracy and exploration of social and ethical issues. Her two series, one featuring Thomas Pitt and one featuring William Monk, have been published in multiple languages. Anne Perry has also published a successful series based around World War One and the Reavley family, and the recent standalone novel The Sheen on the Silk. Anne Perry was selected by The Times as one of the twentieth century´s ´100 Masters of Crime´.

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