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Violence
Some
A woman is shot and killed early on; some violent confrontations with criminals; not extremely graphic
Language
Some
Mild profanity throughout
Sexual Content
Some
Some sexual content; Travis develops a romantic relationship
Substance Use
Barely any
Moderate alcohol consumption; no significant drug use
Emotional Intensity
Some
Themes of power, abuse of wealth, and vulnerability of women with limited options
What this book is about
A woman in Arizona hires Travis McGee to help her escape a powerful rancher husband she believes wants her dead. Before Travis can act, she is shot dead in front of him in the desert. Unable to let it go, Travis investigates the interlocking worlds of Arizona land wealth, inheritance, and ruthlessness—trying to find justice for a woman who never got to tell her whole story.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
A woman is shot and killed in front of the protagonist in an early scene
Themes of spousal control and potential domestic abuse
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