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Mystery · 2006 · PG-13

Dead Watch

by John Sandford

A political thriller: a senator's aide goes missing and a government fixer must find him

For14+GenreMysteryLength400 pagesRead time~10.5 hours

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Violence

A lot

Political violence; murder; militia confrontations

Language

Some

Moderate profanity

Sexual Content

Some

Brief sexual content

Substance Use

Barely any

Moderate alcohol use

Emotional Intensity

Some

Militia extremism and Southern racial politics themes

What this book is about

A standalone thriller by John Sandford (2006) featuring Jake Winter, a Washington troubleshooter sent to investigate when a sitting senator disappears in Virginia. The investigation uncovers a conspiracy involving militia groups, Southern racism, and political ambition. A departure from Sandford's usual Prey series that showcases his ability to write compelling standalone political thrillers.

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Militia violence

Political conspiracy

Sexual content

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