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After Dark

by Jayne Castle · Ghost Hunters #1

2000 · 352 pages · Penguin

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When stressed-out para-archaeologist Lydia Smith discovers a dead body in a dusty museum exhibit, her already chaotic day takes a dangerous turn—especially when her mysterious new client turns out to be one of the city's most formidable men. Emmett London has his own secrets and his own reasons for hiring her, but their professional arrangement crackles with undeniable chemistry despite the very real danger surrounding them. As bodies pile up and conspiracies unravel in the shadows of the Dead City, Lydia and Emmett must navigate a treacherous underworld where trust is scarce and passion burns hot. This paranormal romance perfectly blends intrigue and sizzle with characters you'll root for from the very first page.

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