Shadow in the Rain
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Last published Sun, Oct 19, 2025
Set against the gloomy backdrop of Dublin, Shadows in the Rain follows Detective Archer James, a seasoned yet troubled investigator, as he navigates the darkest corners of the city and his own mind in pursuit of a ruthless serial killer. Battling inner demons and public scrutiny, Archer must piece together cryptic clues before the killer strikes again.
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