{"title":"Dennis Pierce","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"swinging-for-power-paperback","title":"Swinging for Power - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo one should be above the law. Including those in charge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParker Hanson, a former journalist turned private investigator, is recovering from triple bypass surgery. But when he discovers a possible case of government corruption, Parker's instincts kick in and he can't resist digging deeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo expose the secrets of this criminal conspiracy, Parker must battle not only powerful and well-connected adversaries but also his own self-doubts as a working-class outsider. As the danger ramps up, he seeks help from his tough and resourceful neighbor, former Army Ranger Amalia Velasquez, in bringing justice for his client.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNavigating a treacherous web of deceit and power dynamics won't be easy, however. And when Parker suspects the governor of New Hampshire might be involved in a double murder, does he have what it takes to compete in the big leagues?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with heart-pumping suspense, gripping action scenes, and a healthy dose of humor, this debut crime thriller by veteran journalist Dennis Pierce will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. If you're a fan of Robert B. Parker's Spenser series or other clever and relatable detectives, you won't want to miss this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Parker is an engaging character, one to root for.\" -Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51374901231839,"sku":"9798991643924","price":16.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/MnlSnVqiGt9798991643924.webp?v=1789189302"},{"product_id":"cross-checking-a-parker-hanson-mystery-paperback","title":"Cross Checking: A Parker Hanson mystery - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA search for hidden treasure linked to a decades-old crime. A race against time to stop a fanatical church leader's murderous plot. A well-educated mob boss who stands in the way of one of these goals-and could be the key to achieving the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn CROSS CHECKING, book 2 of the Parker Hanson mystery series, former journalist turned private investigator Parker Hanson and Amalia Velasquez, his ex-Army Ranger neighbor, are back with not one but two major mysteries to solve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen they aren't trying to stop what they fear might be a large-scale assault, Parker and Amalia find themselves looking for a stolen painting that could help solve a 35-year-old crime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJuggling two critical cases with far-reaching implications will require them to summon every ounce of skill and resolve they possess. And when Parker is faced with a moral dilemma that could determine the fate of hundreds of people, how will he respond?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing humor, pulse-pounding suspense, and plenty of hockey and pop culture references, this crime thriller set in New Hampshire from veteran journalist Dennis Pierce will keep readers engrossed until the very last page. If you're a fan of Robert B. Parker's Spenser series or other clever and relatable detectives, you won't want to miss this book.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51374926692575,"sku":"9798991643948","price":18.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/3GEHtqmSbF9798991643948.webp?v=1789189367"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/dennis-pierce.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}