Absent Friends by SJ Rozan

Set against the backdrop of post-9/11 New York City, this intricate mystery weaves together the lives of childhood friends whose past secrets resurface following the death of one of their own. As a journalist investigates the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, she uncovers a web of lies, betrayal, and hidden truths that challenge the bonds of friendship and loyalty. The narrative shifts between past and present, revealing how the choices made in youth can have profound and lasting impacts, ultimately questioning the nature of heroism and the price of redemption.

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