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The #1 Los Angeles Times bestselling author of Red Light and The Blue Hour presents a moody, suspenseful tale of a scarred man, his idolized father, and a dark secret. Joe Trona bears the marks of a childhood tragedy on his handsome face, and his life takes a turn when he is rescued from an orphanage by Will Trona, a charismatic politician who sees his dark potential. As Will's right-hand man, Joe learns to navigate the power dynamics surrounding his father's career but cannot protect him from his enemies. When Will is murdered, Joe is determined to uncover the truth behind his father's death. As he investigates, sifting through Will's life, relationships, and dealings, Joe discovers the multitude of secrets his father harbored and the harm he could inflict. Two leads emerge: a kidnapped girl and two rival gangs that seem to have allied. As Joe delves deeper into the mystery, he confronts painful memories from his own troubled past. The intersection of these seemingly unrelated threads forms the crux of this intricate mystery, showcasing the vivid characterization and emotional depth that make this novel compelling and unforgettable.
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Silent Joe, T. Jefferson Parker
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- Silent Joe
- Language
- English
- Authors
- T. Jefferson Parker
- Publisher
- Hyperion
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 341
- ISBN10
- 0786867280
- ISBN13
- 9780786867288
- Series
- Original title
- Silent Joe
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- The #1 Los Angeles Times bestselling author of Red Light and The Blue Hour presents a moody, suspenseful tale of a scarred man, his idolized father, and a dark secret. Joe Trona bears the marks of a childhood tragedy on his handsome face, and his life takes a turn when he is rescued from an orphanage by Will Trona, a charismatic politician who sees his dark potential. As Will's right-hand man, Joe learns to navigate the power dynamics surrounding his father's career but cannot protect him from his enemies. When Will is murdered, Joe is determined to uncover the truth behind his father's death. As he investigates, sifting through Will's life, relationships, and dealings, Joe discovers the multitude of secrets his father harbored and the harm he could inflict. Two leads emerge: a kidnapped girl and two rival gangs that seem to have allied. As Joe delves deeper into the mystery, he confronts painful memories from his own troubled past. The intersection of these seemingly unrelated threads forms the crux of this intricate mystery, showcasing the vivid characterization and emotional depth that make this novel compelling and unforgettable.