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The best part of writing the Sean McPherson crime thrillers? The forensic research. The downside? My brain is now a highly organized, deeply concerning encyclopedia of dark knowledge. If I ever lose my mind and the authorities find it, I'll need an excellent lawyer—and plenty of bail money!

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I turned six years old in 1963, which is exactly when most of this incredible, accurate story takes place. This book pushed my anger to an absolute boiling point because its portrayal of history is so deeply true. We've certainly come a long way sinc ...more
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A delicious mystery wrapped in a thriller and simmered in a police procedural. Author Laurie Buchanan has done it again with “Innocuous,” another can’t-put-it-down novel, the 6th in her “Sean McPherson” series. PI and former cop Sean “Mic" Read more of this review »
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Laurie Buchanan Gianna wrote: "Hi, Laurie,

Thank you for making me your friend. I love cats, and I write Regency romance including Pride and Prejudice variations.

Hope you have a lovely week.

Gianna Thomas"







So nice to meet you Gianna. I hope you have a great week too!

Laurie


Gianna Thomas Hi, Laurie,

Thank you for making me your friend. I love cats, and I write Regency romance including Pride and Prejudice variations.

Hope you have a lovely week.

Gianna Thomas


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