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The Bootlegger

Isaac Bell #7
By Justin Scott and Clive Cussler
Series: Isaac Bell
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The Bootlegger by Justin Scott and Clive Cussler is a gripping tale set during the Prohibition era, blending historical fiction with suspenseful action. The story follows detective Isaac Bell as he navigates a dangerous world of bootlegging, speakeasies, and corruption. Charged with tracking down a cunning criminal who operates a vast alcohol-smuggling ring, Bell must outsmart a ruthless adversary to restore order.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fond of thrilling historical adventures set during the 1920s Prohibition era. It's filled with action, intrigue, and rich descriptions that transport you to a world of bootlegging, espionage, and daring escapades. Fans of Clive Cussler's riveting storytelling and captivating historical settings will likely find this book to be a page-turner.

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It is 1920. Prohibition and bootlegging are in full swing. When Joseph Van Dorn is shot and nearly killed while in pursuit of a rum-running vessel, his friend and employee, Isaac Bell, swears to him that he will hunt down the lawbreakers. But Bell doesn't know what he is getting into.

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The latest nerve-shredding adventure thriller in the popular Isaac Bell series.

It is 1920. Prohibition and bootlegging are in full swing.

When Joseph Van Dorn is shot and nearly killed while in pursuit of a rum-running vessel, his friend and employee, Isaac Bell, swears to him that he will hunt down the lawbreakers. But Bell doesn't know what he is getting into. When a witness to the shooting is executed in a manner peculiar to the Russian secret police, it becomes clear that these were no ordinary bootleggers.

Bell is facing a team of Bolshevik assassins and saboteurs - and they are intent on overthrowing the government of the United States.

The Bootlegger by Justin Scott and Clive Cussler is a thrilling addition to the Isaac Bell series.

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  • The Bootlegger
    The latest nerve-shredding adventure thriller in the popular Isaac Bell series. It is 1920. Prohibition and bootlegging are in full swing. When Joseph Van Dorn is shot and nearly killed while in pursuit of a rum-running vessel, his friend and employee, Isaac Bell, swears to him that he will hunt down the lawbreakers. But Bell doesn't know what he is...
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The Bootlegger, written by Justin Scott and Clive Cussler, is praised for its captivating storytelling and thrilling adventure. The Daily Mail highlights Cussler’s excellence, referring to him as a difficult author to surpass. Tom Clancy appreciates the book, stating Cussler is a must-read, while the Sunday Express acknowledges Cussler’s mastery in adventure writing.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780718178703

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 March 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 309g

Pages: 448

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Clive Cussler Fiction General Fiction Justin Scott Literary Fiction Penguin Books Series: Isaac Bell

About the Author

Clive Cussler is the author or co-author of a great number of international bestsellers, including the famous Dirk Pitt(R) adventures, such as Arctic Drift; the NUMA(R) Files adventures, most recently Medusa; the Oregon Files, such as The Jungle; the Isaac Bell adventures, which began with The Chase; and the highly successful new series - the Fargo adventures. He lives in Arizona. Justin Scott is the author of twenty-six novels, including The Shipkiller and Normandie Triangle, the Ben Abbot detective series, and five modern sea thrillers under his pen name Paul Garrison. He currently co-writes the Isaac Bell series with Clive Cussler. He lives in Connecticut.

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