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The Cold Shore
A chilling murder. A coastal town full of secrets. A detective with everything to prove.
When a man is found savagely murdered on an abandoned vessel off the north Kent coast, what begins as a routine inquiry quickly turns deadly.
Detective Gavin Piper had intended only a brief visit to assist his superior officer – but when circumstance forces him to take command, he finds himself leading his first homicide case in a place that feels both unfamiliar and unforgiving.
As the investigation deepens, a key witness is found dead and dark secrets begin to surface. With the body count rising and the pressure mounting, Gavin must race against the clock to find the only surviving link – before the killer strikes again.
Will Gavin’s inexperience cost him more than just the case?
Or can he uncover the truth before it’s too late?
The Cold Shore is the first in a spin-off series of books featuring characters from the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series by Rachel Amphlett, and perfect for readers who love page-turning thrillers by bestselling authors Michael Connelly, Peter James and Karin Slaughter.
When a man is found savagely murdered on an abandoned vessel off the north Kent coast, what begins as a routine inquiry quickly turns deadly.
Detective Gavin Piper had intended only a brief visit to assist his superior officer – but when circumstance forces him to take command, he finds himself leading his first homicide case in a place that feels both unfamiliar and unforgiving.
As the investigation deepens, a key witness is found dead and dark secrets begin to surface. With the body count rising and the pressure mounting, Gavin must race against the clock to find the only surviving link – before the killer strikes again.
Will Gavin’s inexperience cost him more than just the case?
Or can he uncover the truth before it’s too late?
The Cold Shore is the first in a spin-off series of books featuring characters from the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series by Rachel Amphlett, and perfect for readers who love page-turning thrillers by bestselling authors Michael Connelly, Peter James and Karin Slaughter.
263 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 5, 2026
About the author
Rachel Amphlett
87 books743 followersBefore turning to writing, USA Today bestselling crime author Rachel Amphlett played guitar in bands, worked as a TV and film extra, dabbled in radio, and worked in publishing as an editorial assistant.
She now wields a pen instead of a plectrum and writes crime fiction with over 40 crime novels and short stories featuring spies, detectives, vigilantes, and assassins.
A keen traveller and accidental private investigator, Rachel has both Australian and British citizenship.
You can find out more about Rachel and her books at www.rachelamphlett.com.
Praise for Rachel Amphlett
“Fast paced with vivid characterisation and clever twists, [None the Wiser] is another winner” Adrian McKinty
“[None the Wiser] is a terrific start to a new series” Jo Spain, With Our Blessing and The Confession
“Quirky, creepy and twisted tales” James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author
“Thrilling start to a new series. Scared to Death is a stylish, smart and gripping crime thriller” Robert Bryndza
"Scared to Death… moves along at breakneck speed with twists and turns" Angela Marsons
She now wields a pen instead of a plectrum and writes crime fiction with over 40 crime novels and short stories featuring spies, detectives, vigilantes, and assassins.
A keen traveller and accidental private investigator, Rachel has both Australian and British citizenship.
You can find out more about Rachel and her books at www.rachelamphlett.com.
Praise for Rachel Amphlett
“Fast paced with vivid characterisation and clever twists, [None the Wiser] is another winner” Adrian McKinty
“[None the Wiser] is a terrific start to a new series” Jo Spain, With Our Blessing and The Confession
“Quirky, creepy and twisted tales” James Oswald, Sunday Times bestselling author
“Thrilling start to a new series. Scared to Death is a stylish, smart and gripping crime thriller” Robert Bryndza
"Scared to Death… moves along at breakneck speed with twists and turns" Angela Marsons
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September 13, 2026
Oh yes. Rachel Amphlett has most certainly done it again. Another absolutely cracking and addictive case, and a fine cast of characters who captured my attention from the very first to the very last page. Not going to lie. I expected nothing less and I was not disappointed.
Now, anyone who is familiar with the Kay Hunter series will be familiar with DC Gavin Piper, and will know that, over the course of the series, his character has been growing in terms of both personality and capability, so much so that this foray into a whole new investigative sphere was surely only ever a matter of time away. Thankfully, rather than seeing him transfer out of the team and fade from our consciousness as he starts to take a back seat, as the best characters often do, Rachel Amphlett has given him his very own stage, or to be more precise, case, in which to make him mark and secure himself well and truly in the role of leading man. Or lead Detective at least. SIO if you'd rather. And lead he does, even if at times he needs that reassurance from his mentor, DI Kay Hunter, and their boss, DCI Devon Sharp. But it is only reassurance, and they are fleeting cameos. This is Gavin's case, Gavin's story, and he owns it.
And what a case this is. A body discovered aboard an abandoned boat, stuck in the shallows in a pretty secluded stretch of the Kent coast. No identification, no trace of the owner of the boat and no clue as to why he would have met such a violent death. Now it is far from Gavin's usual beat, but as a favour to Kay he is drafted in to support the investigation and asked to stay on to act as SIO, a chance to demonstrate all he has learned from his own team. He is supported in his investigation by local Detective, Paul Soloman, and uniform coppers, Erin Woods, and Jack Hutton. There are a number of other familiar faces in the mix too, with Pathologist Lucas Anderson, and CSI Harriet Baker adding their expertise to the investigation, but it is really the good old fashioned kind of leg work that is going to solve this case, but not without other casulaties along the way.
I like how Rachel Amphlett has fed much of the familiar into this story. It meant that I could settle into the case really quickly, and made getting to know and understand the additional characters really easy, which helps with a new series as it is often getting a feel for the personalities that can impact how easy it is to settle into the case. And they are great characters, the camaraderie between them all feeling natural rather than forced, and having that typical blend of some of the personal sides of their lives, particularly for Gavin and Paul, helped too. It gave a much needed distraction from what was, as it turns out, a pretty harrowing case.
There is a real sense of mystery about this story, driven at first by the fact there is no way of knowing who the initial victim is. As the investigation progresses, more names come in and out of the frame, and the sense of urgency picks up in time with the steady increase in body count. Don't get me wrong, this is no mad Kent massacre, but it is a case that has everyone, especially Gavin, doubting whether or not he is really the man for the job. And there is a clear turning point where the suspected reasons behind the initial murder take a very sinister turn, and whilst handled with the author's usual sensitivity and care, the implications are clear. There is no need for sensationalism here, and revelations are used as a tool to drive the case forward rather than shock. That is not to say that Rachel Amphlett doesn't have one or two surprises or twists in store for readers as she absolutely does, delivered with her usual. They totally hit their mark, leaving me with a brilliantly satisfied smile on my face by the end of the book.
Now, it's not all happy endings in this case, something that is perhaps inevitable all things considered. But it is as weer, well written, perfectly paced, and full of the frustrations, dead ends and misdirections of the kind that makes the author's books so addictive and entertaining. And if this is a team we are going to see more regularly, I am definitely here for it. If you are a fan of the author, or even new to her books, you are in for a treat. Heartily recommended.
Now, anyone who is familiar with the Kay Hunter series will be familiar with DC Gavin Piper, and will know that, over the course of the series, his character has been growing in terms of both personality and capability, so much so that this foray into a whole new investigative sphere was surely only ever a matter of time away. Thankfully, rather than seeing him transfer out of the team and fade from our consciousness as he starts to take a back seat, as the best characters often do, Rachel Amphlett has given him his very own stage, or to be more precise, case, in which to make him mark and secure himself well and truly in the role of leading man. Or lead Detective at least. SIO if you'd rather. And lead he does, even if at times he needs that reassurance from his mentor, DI Kay Hunter, and their boss, DCI Devon Sharp. But it is only reassurance, and they are fleeting cameos. This is Gavin's case, Gavin's story, and he owns it.
And what a case this is. A body discovered aboard an abandoned boat, stuck in the shallows in a pretty secluded stretch of the Kent coast. No identification, no trace of the owner of the boat and no clue as to why he would have met such a violent death. Now it is far from Gavin's usual beat, but as a favour to Kay he is drafted in to support the investigation and asked to stay on to act as SIO, a chance to demonstrate all he has learned from his own team. He is supported in his investigation by local Detective, Paul Soloman, and uniform coppers, Erin Woods, and Jack Hutton. There are a number of other familiar faces in the mix too, with Pathologist Lucas Anderson, and CSI Harriet Baker adding their expertise to the investigation, but it is really the good old fashioned kind of leg work that is going to solve this case, but not without other casulaties along the way.
I like how Rachel Amphlett has fed much of the familiar into this story. It meant that I could settle into the case really quickly, and made getting to know and understand the additional characters really easy, which helps with a new series as it is often getting a feel for the personalities that can impact how easy it is to settle into the case. And they are great characters, the camaraderie between them all feeling natural rather than forced, and having that typical blend of some of the personal sides of their lives, particularly for Gavin and Paul, helped too. It gave a much needed distraction from what was, as it turns out, a pretty harrowing case.
There is a real sense of mystery about this story, driven at first by the fact there is no way of knowing who the initial victim is. As the investigation progresses, more names come in and out of the frame, and the sense of urgency picks up in time with the steady increase in body count. Don't get me wrong, this is no mad Kent massacre, but it is a case that has everyone, especially Gavin, doubting whether or not he is really the man for the job. And there is a clear turning point where the suspected reasons behind the initial murder take a very sinister turn, and whilst handled with the author's usual sensitivity and care, the implications are clear. There is no need for sensationalism here, and revelations are used as a tool to drive the case forward rather than shock. That is not to say that Rachel Amphlett doesn't have one or two surprises or twists in store for readers as she absolutely does, delivered with her usual. They totally hit their mark, leaving me with a brilliantly satisfied smile on my face by the end of the book.
Now, it's not all happy endings in this case, something that is perhaps inevitable all things considered. But it is as weer, well written, perfectly paced, and full of the frustrations, dead ends and misdirections of the kind that makes the author's books so addictive and entertaining. And if this is a team we are going to see more regularly, I am definitely here for it. If you are a fan of the author, or even new to her books, you are in for a treat. Heartily recommended.
October 6, 2026
This is my ninth read by this author now and I think it's fair to say that I love this genre and this author's writing style and characters.
This book though, is the start of a branch new series and the first book to start our new detective - Gavin Piper.
Now, I'm pretty sure that I've managed to come into all the other series late or to just read a couple from each and so now that I'm coming to this one from the very beginning, I'm on a mission to keep upto date with this one and follow it through each book properly!
I hadn't fully appreciated that this is actually a spin-off series - having only read 3 of the many Kay Hunter books - but I loved this idea that Gavin was off on an errands for Kay when he got caught up with this case at North fleet station - and what a case to come in to lead.
When a body is found on an abandoned boat, there's really not much to go off and this proves a complex case for Gavin and the locals to get to grips with.
I just love this genre so much and so I definitely got sucked in from the start.
I always come up with my own theories along the way, but this really does keep us guessing.
The team worked really well together, especially as Gavin was new to the team and a relative outsider, both the the station and the area.
He did a great job and I would love to see him lead more investigations in future books and learn much more about him as a person too.
A great first in series and let's see if I can manage to keep up with future releases now.
This book though, is the start of a branch new series and the first book to start our new detective - Gavin Piper.
Now, I'm pretty sure that I've managed to come into all the other series late or to just read a couple from each and so now that I'm coming to this one from the very beginning, I'm on a mission to keep upto date with this one and follow it through each book properly!
I hadn't fully appreciated that this is actually a spin-off series - having only read 3 of the many Kay Hunter books - but I loved this idea that Gavin was off on an errands for Kay when he got caught up with this case at North fleet station - and what a case to come in to lead.
When a body is found on an abandoned boat, there's really not much to go off and this proves a complex case for Gavin and the locals to get to grips with.
I just love this genre so much and so I definitely got sucked in from the start.
I always come up with my own theories along the way, but this really does keep us guessing.
The team worked really well together, especially as Gavin was new to the team and a relative outsider, both the the station and the area.
He did a great job and I would love to see him lead more investigations in future books and learn much more about him as a person too.
A great first in series and let's see if I can manage to keep up with future releases now.
October 8, 2026
Here’s my review for The Cold Shore by Rachel Amphlett
I found this to be an intriguing British murder mystery where a man is walking from the town towards the sea when he spots an abandoned vessel that he decides to investigate as it's laying listlessly on the shore. He manages to climb aboard and gets inside out of the weather. He looks around and shouts out but there is no answer. The boat suddenly moves as the tide is coming in. He hears something move behind a door so moves to open it. As he does, the boat moves more violently, throwing the door wide open. It's a bedroom and there's a body of a man laying on the floor. His face and chest have been savagely attacked. The man can't get off the boat quick enough to raise the alarm. Detective Gavin Piper had intended to only do a brief visit but as all the officers were on a training course, he was asked to view the body and start the case.
I got drawn into this British murder mystery quite quickly and liked how the story started. There was great attention to detail and everything was described in great detail. I believe the author did some extensive research before writing this story as the information contained within the novel confirms this and adds to the depth of the book. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
Synopsis :
A chilling murder.
A coastal town full of secrets.
A detective with everything to prove.
When a man is found savagely murdered on an abandoned vessel off the north Kent coast, what begins as a routine inquiry turns deadly.
Detective Gavin Piper had intended only a brief visit to assist his superior officer – but when circumstance forces him to take command, he finds himself leading his first homicide case in a place that feels both unfamiliar and unforgiving.
As the investigation deepens, a key witness is found dead and dark secrets begin to surface. With the body count rising and the pressure mounting, Gavin must race against the clock to find the only surviving link – before the killer strikes again.
Will Gavin’s inexperience cost him more than just the case?
Or can he uncover the truth before it’s too late?
The Cold Shore is the first in a spin-off collection of murder mysteries featuring characters from the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series by Rachel Amphlett, and perfect for readers who love page-turning British detective mysteries by bestselling authors LJ Ross, JD Kirk, and Rachel McLean.
I found this to be an intriguing British murder mystery where a man is walking from the town towards the sea when he spots an abandoned vessel that he decides to investigate as it's laying listlessly on the shore. He manages to climb aboard and gets inside out of the weather. He looks around and shouts out but there is no answer. The boat suddenly moves as the tide is coming in. He hears something move behind a door so moves to open it. As he does, the boat moves more violently, throwing the door wide open. It's a bedroom and there's a body of a man laying on the floor. His face and chest have been savagely attacked. The man can't get off the boat quick enough to raise the alarm. Detective Gavin Piper had intended to only do a brief visit but as all the officers were on a training course, he was asked to view the body and start the case.
I got drawn into this British murder mystery quite quickly and liked how the story started. There was great attention to detail and everything was described in great detail. I believe the author did some extensive research before writing this story as the information contained within the novel confirms this and adds to the depth of the book. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
Synopsis :
A chilling murder.
A coastal town full of secrets.
A detective with everything to prove.
When a man is found savagely murdered on an abandoned vessel off the north Kent coast, what begins as a routine inquiry turns deadly.
Detective Gavin Piper had intended only a brief visit to assist his superior officer – but when circumstance forces him to take command, he finds himself leading his first homicide case in a place that feels both unfamiliar and unforgiving.
As the investigation deepens, a key witness is found dead and dark secrets begin to surface. With the body count rising and the pressure mounting, Gavin must race against the clock to find the only surviving link – before the killer strikes again.
Will Gavin’s inexperience cost him more than just the case?
Or can he uncover the truth before it’s too late?
The Cold Shore is the first in a spin-off collection of murder mysteries featuring characters from the bestselling Detective Kay Hunter series by Rachel Amphlett, and perfect for readers who love page-turning British detective mysteries by bestselling authors LJ Ross, JD Kirk, and Rachel McLean.
October 7, 2026
This was my first book by Rachel Amphlett and, as far as I'm aware, the first in a spin-off series from her Detective Kay Hunter novels. After this one I'm definitely eager to read more!
Set along the atmospheric north Kent coast, the story begins when a body is discovered aboard an abandoned vessel washed ashore. What starts as a murder investigation soon escalates into a tense race against time as more bodies begin to surface and the stakes continue to rise.
One of the standout aspects of this novel was its authenticity. The level of detail surrounding police procedure, forensic work and investigative processes felt incredibly realistic, giving the story a strong sense of credibility without ever slowing the pace. It's clear a great deal of research went into bringing this investigation to life.
I also thoroughly enjoyed the partnership between Detective Gavin Piper and Paul Solomon. Their camaraderie added warmth and personality to the story, and they worked brilliantly together as an investigative team. I'd happily read many more books featuring the pair.
The case itself was tightly plotted, well paced and packed with enough twists to keep me guessing. The tension built steadily throughout, and I didn't see the ending coming, which is always a welcome surprise in a crime thriller.
A gripping police procedural with a great lead detective, an intriguing mystery and an atmospheric coastal setting. I'll definitely be continuing with this series, and I may have to finally start the Detective Kay Hunter books too.
Set along the atmospheric north Kent coast, the story begins when a body is discovered aboard an abandoned vessel washed ashore. What starts as a murder investigation soon escalates into a tense race against time as more bodies begin to surface and the stakes continue to rise.
One of the standout aspects of this novel was its authenticity. The level of detail surrounding police procedure, forensic work and investigative processes felt incredibly realistic, giving the story a strong sense of credibility without ever slowing the pace. It's clear a great deal of research went into bringing this investigation to life.
I also thoroughly enjoyed the partnership between Detective Gavin Piper and Paul Solomon. Their camaraderie added warmth and personality to the story, and they worked brilliantly together as an investigative team. I'd happily read many more books featuring the pair.
The case itself was tightly plotted, well paced and packed with enough twists to keep me guessing. The tension built steadily throughout, and I didn't see the ending coming, which is always a welcome surprise in a crime thriller.
A gripping police procedural with a great lead detective, an intriguing mystery and an atmospheric coastal setting. I'll definitely be continuing with this series, and I may have to finally start the Detective Kay Hunter books too.
October 5, 2026
On the Thames Estuary, Egypt Bay reveals the body of man with an axe buried in his chest on an abandoned boat and the case falls to DC Gavin Piper from Maidstone whilst running an errand for his boss DI Kay Hunter. Teaming up with Northfleet locals DC Paul Solomon and PCs Erin Woods and Jack Hutton, he gets to run his first investigation but with no ID on the victim, no owner for the boat and the only witness the walker who discovered him, this will certainly not be the easiest case to solve. When the bodies start piling up and a bizarre crime scene is discovered, Gavin starts to wonder if he’s up to the job and if this case will ever start to make sense.
This is the start to a great new series with links to the very popular Kay Hunter stories, and Gavin makes a great lead detective. Paul is also a highly experienced officer and together they make a very effective partnership. The plot is cleverly laid out and with plenty of twists, leading up to a shocking conclusion which kept me thoroughly engrossed all the way through. I am definitely looking forward to more Gavin Piper stories.
This is the start to a great new series with links to the very popular Kay Hunter stories, and Gavin makes a great lead detective. Paul is also a highly experienced officer and together they make a very effective partnership. The plot is cleverly laid out and with plenty of twists, leading up to a shocking conclusion which kept me thoroughly engrossed all the way through. I am definitely looking forward to more Gavin Piper stories.
October 4, 2026
It's Detective Gavin Piper's time to shine, although we do get the odd glimpse of DI Kay Hunter!
The Cold Shore delves into the murky world of people trafficking with a different take on the usual practice and Gavin and his team need to stay on top of the situation before more people lose their lives. Feelings of imposter syndrome run deep Gavin as this is his first time leading an investigation and it isn't a simple one.
Luckily, he's not only pretty good at it but he has a great team behind him too and they work well together to unravel the mystery of the murder victims who appear, brutally killed and with no ID or easily identifiable reason for their killing. When a key witness is also found dead, this fast becomes a case that would challenge even the most experienced detectives.
This is an accomplished and well paced crime thriller that I am sure all fans of the genre will enjoy.
My thanks to the author, and Zooloo's Book Tours for my place on the tour for The Cold Shore.
The Cold Shore delves into the murky world of people trafficking with a different take on the usual practice and Gavin and his team need to stay on top of the situation before more people lose their lives. Feelings of imposter syndrome run deep Gavin as this is his first time leading an investigation and it isn't a simple one.
Luckily, he's not only pretty good at it but he has a great team behind him too and they work well together to unravel the mystery of the murder victims who appear, brutally killed and with no ID or easily identifiable reason for their killing. When a key witness is also found dead, this fast becomes a case that would challenge even the most experienced detectives.
This is an accomplished and well paced crime thriller that I am sure all fans of the genre will enjoy.
My thanks to the author, and Zooloo's Book Tours for my place on the tour for The Cold Shore.
September 30, 2026
My Thoughts: I am almost ashamed to admit that this is my first Rachel Amphlett book, but what a perfect place to start with it being the start of a new series! I am aware it is a spinoff of one of her previous series but I found it read perfectly fine without reading that.
We’re following Gavin Piper, who just so happens to be in the area of a murder so is asked to help out until someone else can get there.. he’s nervous, this is the first investigation he’s been in charge of, but after soon realising that most of his team are newbies he knows he has to dig deep and exude confidence even if he doesn’t always feel it!
Someone had been found washed up on a boat, a boat that shouldn’t be there.. with an axe in his chest and the boat in complete disarray,
They really are working with nothing, no clues, no idea who the victim is, or even why the boat is somewhere is shouldn’t be.
Questioning the locals gives them both nothing concrete and far too many questions.. they just need a break in the case, can they find it before someone else has to take over?
The book was perfectly paced, giving us enough hints to keep the pages turning and the intrigue needed to make the book impossible to put down.
It was eerie, gave me chills and left me excited to read the next instalment in the series a definite must read!
We’re following Gavin Piper, who just so happens to be in the area of a murder so is asked to help out until someone else can get there.. he’s nervous, this is the first investigation he’s been in charge of, but after soon realising that most of his team are newbies he knows he has to dig deep and exude confidence even if he doesn’t always feel it!
Someone had been found washed up on a boat, a boat that shouldn’t be there.. with an axe in his chest and the boat in complete disarray,
They really are working with nothing, no clues, no idea who the victim is, or even why the boat is somewhere is shouldn’t be.
Questioning the locals gives them both nothing concrete and far too many questions.. they just need a break in the case, can they find it before someone else has to take over?
The book was perfectly paced, giving us enough hints to keep the pages turning and the intrigue needed to make the book impossible to put down.
It was eerie, gave me chills and left me excited to read the next instalment in the series a definite must read!
October 12, 2026
Having read the Kay Hunter books, I loved the idea of a spin-off series featuring familiar characters, and this was a brilliant start! I really enjoyed getting to know Gavin and seeing him step into the lead role. Rachel knows how to write a good British crime thriller, and I was invested in finding out how it would all unfold.
A great start to a new series, and I’m definitely looking forward to more from Gavin and the team!
October 19, 2026
I can pick up any book by Rachel Amphlett and know it’s going to be a fantastic read, a queen of crime thrillers.
This one is the first outing for Detective Gavin Piper, not as a new character but in a new series, if you’re familiar with the Kay Hunter series you’ll already know him but whether you know him or not you’re in for a great read.
Well written clever plot, brutal murder and it will get you guessing as to what’s happening with its twists.
This one is the first outing for Detective Gavin Piper, not as a new character but in a new series, if you’re familiar with the Kay Hunter series you’ll already know him but whether you know him or not you’re in for a great read.
Well written clever plot, brutal murder and it will get you guessing as to what’s happening with its twists.
October 20, 2026
What a great read this was. I haven't read many of Rachel's books although I have quite a few on my tbr pile. I will be rectifying that. A terrific story with lots of twists and uncertainty along the way. I really liked the characters, Paul and Gavin added so much to the story. Would recommend.
November 3, 2026
I’ve read a lot of Rachel Amphlett books. This one seems a little light to me.
September 18, 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. I’ve never been to the area where the author set it, but I’ve read others set there. It felt like I was coming home.
We meet a new Detective Constable (Gavin Piper), transferred to the area temporarily to aid his superior officer, not to investigate a murder. As crime books go, there is always at least one murder, and usually more.
The author spun a tale as much about the crime as about the area.
This is the first book in this spin-off of the DI Kay Hunter series, so I was especially happy to know that. This is a series I’ll be reading. I’m so hooked; I can’t wait for the second book.
We meet a new Detective Constable (Gavin Piper), transferred to the area temporarily to aid his superior officer, not to investigate a murder. As crime books go, there is always at least one murder, and usually more.
The author spun a tale as much about the crime as about the area.
This is the first book in this spin-off of the DI Kay Hunter series, so I was especially happy to know that. This is a series I’ll be reading. I’m so hooked; I can’t wait for the second book.
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