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Complete, First published Dec 25, 2024
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"Puppeteer" is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark corners of the human psyche. When a mysterious serial killer terrorizes London, Cedric Ashwell, a man driven by vengeance, teams up with the determined Detective Eliza Cole and an eccentric theater director to unravel a dangerous web of manipulation and violence. But the Puppeteer is always one step ahead, pulling the strings in a twisted game where no one is safe. Every move, every moment counts - but not everyone will make it out alive. Step into a world of lies, betrayal, and dark art, where every decision could mean the difference between life and death.
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