{"product_id":"the-freelancer-a-denny-durant-novel-paperback","title":"The Freelancer: A Denny Durant Novel - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eC. J. Fournier\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Journalist. A Murder. A Deadly Truth.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor fans of Michael Connelly, Dennis Lehane, and Robert Crais comes a gritty crime thriller set in the heart of Montreal's criminal underworld.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDenny Durant's life is falling apart. His marriage is over, his bank account is empty, and his journalism career is circling the drain. When he accepts what seems like a straightforward assignment-covering how Montreal strip clubs are suffering through the NHL lockout-he's just trying to pay the rent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThen a woman dies of an overdose right in front of him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEveryone says it was an accident. But Martine, a beautiful dancer, knows better.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe believes Gloria was murdered. And despite every instinct telling him to walk away, Denny can't let it go. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of corruption connecting the club to organized crime, drug trafficking, and a twenty-year-old disappearance that someone desperately wants to keep buried.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe deeper he digs, the more dangerous it becomes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Martine vanishes and threatening phone calls target Denny's children, the investigation becomes personal. Hunted by a sadistic enforcer and betrayed at every turn, Denny must navigate Montreal's criminal underworld to find Martine before it's too late. But the truth he's chasing could cost him everything-his career, his family, and his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn Montreal's streets, some stories are worth killing for.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Freelancer\u003c\/i\u003e is a hard-boiled detective novel that combines noir atmosphere with modern thriller pacing. Perfect for readers who love: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Flawed, determined protagonists - Atmospheric crime fiction set in Montreal - Complex mystery plots with shocking twists - Gritty investigative journalism stories - Dark suspense with authentic characters - Canadian crime fiction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReaders are raving: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Watch out Ian Rankin, Mr. Fournier is your new competition.\" -Madmax, Amazon \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"An intricate plot filled with twists and turns.\" -Neil Turner, author of the Tony Valenti series \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Gritty old-timey detective novel. I loved it - from the first page.\" -Cheryl Kane, Goodreads \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Fournier has woven a hell of a tale.\" -Michel de la Barre, Amazon \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Denny Durant Montreal Crime Series: \u003cbr\u003eBook 1: The Freelancer (Revised Edition)\u003cbr\u003eBook 2: The Pathfinder\u003cbr\u003eBook 3: Coming May 2026 \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eScroll up and grab your copy today. Discover why readers are comparing C.J. Fournier to Ian Rankin and calling this \"a hell of a tale.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eContains mature themes including violence, drug use, and adult situations. Recommended for readers 18+.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 236\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.54 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 20, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51870774034720,"sku":"9781778299711","price":21.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/LMZTM2O-Wv9781778299711.webp?v=1781710982","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-freelancer-a-denny-durant-novel-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}