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A Long Shadow (Inspector Ian Rutledge Mysteries)
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A Long Shadow (Inspector Ian Rutledge Mysteries) by Charles Todd is cataloged here as a focused backlist selection with a clear entry point for curious readers. Stored edition details show 2006 • Harper Torch • 368 pages, which helps set expectations for scope and pacing.
Edition on file: 2006 • Harper Torch • 368 pages • ISBN 9780060786724.
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What stands out here is the overall feel: Idea-led • Weekend read.
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