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For the Love of the Game

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Reads 153
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Parts 13
Time 1h 32m

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Private investigator Alex King is on the hunt for Ethan Pierce, a professional gambler who vanished without a trace. The trail leads to The Black Key, an underground poker den where the stakes go far beyond money. As Alex delves deeper, they uncover a web of secrets and dangerous alliances. In a game where deception reigns and every move is watched, finding the truth could cost more than just the case-because at The Black Key, losing isn't an option.All Rights Reserved

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