By A Spider's Thread by Laura Lippman

In this gripping mystery, private investigator Tess Monaghan is hired by a wealthy Orthodox Jewish furrier to locate his missing wife and children, who have vanished without a trace. As Tess delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that stretches across state lines and cultural boundaries. With each clue, Tess is drawn into a complex world of family secrets, religious tensions, and personal vendettas, forcing her to confront her own beliefs and values. The investigation takes unexpected turns, revealing the lengths people will go to protect their loved ones and the devastating consequences of hidden truths.

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