"A good thief can steal something from you, but a great thief can make it disappear" Museum curator by day, notorious art thief by night. Pierre Pelletier, the identity behind the mysterious Black Lotus, is contracted to steal the priceless Han Sapphire necklace. He's able to slip in through a third-story window, break into the safe and free the necklace. Piece of cake. He even leaves behind his signature black lotus flower in the safe to claim credit for the daring heist. The only problem is, when the necklace's owner is found dead the next morning, the black lotus flower is discovered at the scene, making the Black Lotus prime suspect nombre un. As the investigation begins to close in around him, Pierre Pelletier must decide between clearing his name and chasing his fortune and glory. ---------------------------------------------------------------- The following is the beginning of "The Black Lotus." The full version of the story is now available on Amazon in Paperback and eBook. Get your copy today!

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