{"product_id":"swinging-for-power-9798991643924","title":"Swinging for Power","description":"\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Hawkshaw Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/17\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798991643924\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 244\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.49lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.61d","brand":"Dennis Pierce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51634878611637,"sku":"9798991643924","price":12.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_c907244b-1518-4516-b9d7-ebe7e14514ac.jpg?v=1756789323","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/swinging-for-power-9798991643924","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}