The Distance Beacons (The Last P.I. Series, Book 2)

The Last P.I. Series

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Walter Sands, the private eye of Dover Beach, returns in this memorable sequel.

The president of the United States has arrived in Boston. Her job: convince New England to become part of the new government formed in the aftermath of nuclear war.

Walter's job: protect America's President from The Second American Revolution, a shadowy group intent on foiling her plan.

Then the president is kidnapped and Walter moves from private eye to prime suspect. But Water refuses to give up hope. With the help of his friends, he must save her to save himself.

And, perhaps, he can save America, too.

THE LAST P.I., in series order
Dover Beach
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Where All The Ladders Start

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Critically acclaimed author Richard Bowker has published a variety of novels including science fiction, mysteries and thrillers. When he isn't writing, Richard enjoys offering thoughts on writing, reading and learning at www.richardbowker.com
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