The Con Man
by
Ed McBain
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Mystery
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Format
Paperback
Pages
201
Language
English
Published
Dec 4, 2003
Publisher
Orion
ISBN-10
0752857940
ISBN-13
9780752857947
Description
In the bustling streets of Isola, a con man navigates the urban landscape with a charming smile and a well-practiced sleight of hand. He thrives on deception, weaving intricate stories that ensnare unsuspecting victims. From domestic workers looking for a quick buck to unsuspecting businessmen, his targets are drawn into a web of lies, leaving them bemused and often destitute. The thrill of the con fuels his days as he moves from one ruse to the next, always searching for the next opportunity to exploit.
However, the world of scams and trickery is not without its dangers. As suspicions begin to swirl and the wrong people start to take notice, the con man finds himself entangled in a game far more perilous than he intended. With the stakes rising, he must navigate not just the streets but also the shadows closing in around him. In a place where trust is a currency as valuable as cash, every deception can lead to dire consequences, and the con man's charm may soon turn into a curse.
However, the world of scams and trickery is not without its dangers. As suspicions begin to swirl and the wrong people start to take notice, the con man finds himself entangled in a game far more perilous than he intended. With the stakes rising, he must navigate not just the streets but also the shadows closing in around him. In a place where trust is a currency as valuable as cash, every deception can lead to dire consequences, and the con man's charm may soon turn into a curse.
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