Eye For An Eye
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Last published Fri, May 26, 2023
Rina Watanabe, a Japanese-born detective, Now living in the dystopian city of Chelsea Heights, Is forced into retirement after a botched investigation leaves her wounded and her suspect at large. Estranged from her husband and former detective partner, Sam Reed. Rina's life spirals out of control until she's on the brink of eviction. In desperation, she turns to private investigating which without a license is considered Illegal, but finds herself bored with the trivial cases she's been taking on. That is, until a young child shows up at her doorstep with a mysterious letter. Reluctantly taking on the case, Rina discovers a web of corruption and danger that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. As she dives deeper into the case, Rina has to put her investigative skills to the test, Struggle to stay alive and uncover the truth.
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