The Bags of Tricks Affair

In "The Bags of Tricks Affair," the latest installment of Bill Pronzini’s detective series, con man schemes lead to danger as Sabina Carpenter becomes the sole witness to a murder. Facing threats from the culprit's family, her partner John Quincannon is deeply concerned for her safety, prompting the duo to split up and confront two separate con games orchestrated by cunning villains. As John rushes to protect Sabina, he grapples with the profound realization of his feelings for her amidst the unfolding peril.