Pilate's Key (excerpt from the novel)
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Life's A Beach for John Pilate. On the mend from a near-death experience in the snowy Midwest, Pilate is taking it easy on the sun-soaked beaches of Key West. Umbrella drink in hand, Pilate is writing a book and getting some much-needed therapy to deal with his imaginary friend Simon. He's also pondering the future with his new love, Kate. Life is looking up for John Pilate--until he is drawn into a world of murder, pirates, conch fritters and smart aleck remarks from invisible men. He has blood on his hands, a mysterious poker chip in his pocket, shadows over his shoulder and a sexy cop in his bed.
John Pilate is in trouble again--and the only way out is to find the key...Pilate's Key. ***"Pilate's Key" is a semi-finalist for Best Mystery/Thriller in the 2012 Kindle Book Review Awards.***
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