A Purple Place For Dying by John D. MacDonald

In this gripping mystery, the astute and rugged private investigator Travis McGee finds himself embroiled in a dangerous web of deceit and murder in the arid landscapes of the American Southwest. Hired by a wealthy woman to investigate her husband's suspicious activities, McGee quickly discovers that nothing is as it seems. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled plot involving betrayal, greed, and a deadly conspiracy that threatens to ensnare him. With his characteristic wit and tenacity, McGee navigates a treacherous path, determined to unravel the truth and bring justice to those who have been wronged.

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