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The Punishment She Deserves
Elizabeth George
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The cozy, bucolic town of Ludlow is stunned when the local deacon is accused of a serious crime. The Punishment She Deserves sets Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers and Inspector Thomas Lynley against one of their most intricate cases.

Lucas Davenport confronts an old nemesis, now a powerful U.S. senator. Convinced that she is responsible for three murders, among other rumors, he is prepared to find and reveal the truth no matter the cost.

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