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Three Weeks to Say Goodbye

By C.J. Box
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Three Weeks to Say Goodbye by C.J. Box is a gripping crime thriller that centres on the emotional journey of Jack and Melissa McGuane after adopting their daughter, Angelina. Their world is turned upside down when the biological father, who comes from a powerful family, decides he wants to reclaim Angelina. The story unfolds with the couple facing an intense legal and moral battle, revealing deep secrets and testing their love and courage.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to intense, emotional thrillers that explore the harrowing journey of a family's fight to keep their adopted daughter. The story immerses you in a gripping narrative full of suspense and moral dilemmas, making it a perfect read for those who appreciate fast-paced, heart-wrenching crime dramas.

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A crime thriller from award-winning author C.J. Box. When Jack and Melissa's adopted daughter is ordered to be taken from them, the couple seek answers as to why... and find themselves up against the full weight of the law.

A crime thriller from award-winning author C.J. Box. When Jack and Melissa's adopted daughter is ordered to be taken from them, the couple seek answers as to why... and find themselves up against the full weight of the law.

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A powerful thriller that explores just how far two loving parents will go to keep their adopted daughter from harm. From New York Times bestseller C.J. Box, award-winning author of the Joe Pickett series.

Your child will be taken. You have three weeks to say goodbye.

After years of trying for a child, Jack and Melissa McGuane adopted a beautiful baby girl. Nine months later, they are left heartbroken when Angelina's biological father wants her back.

The man has a legal loophole on his side and his father is a federal judge. He also has powerful criminal connections, and the couple soon find themselves leaned on, the biological father indicating he will use any means necessary to reclaim Angelina.

But none of this is the result of a father’s love for his daughter. There is something far more sinister at play. To keep their family safe and whole, the McGuanes must find out what that is – and they only have three weeks to do it.

'Full of suspense and menace.' Daily Mirror

'Box doesn't miss a trick in this suspense-filled thriller.' Toronto Globe and Mail

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Three Weeks to Say Goodbye by C.J. Box is praised for its gripping suspense and emotional depth. The novel delivers a powerful and engaging thriller experience with well-crafted tension and compelling storytelling.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837931668

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 249g

Pages: 368

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C. J. Box Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction

About the Author

C. J. Box is the author of over 30 novels including the Joe Pickett and Cassie Dewell series. He has won Edgar, Anthony, Macavity, Gumshoe and Barry Awards, as well as numerous other US and international awards for literature. Two television series based on his novels have been produced (Big Sky on ABC/Disney+ and Joe Pickett on Paramount+) with him serving as Executive Producer for both series. He and his wife Laurie live on their ranch in Wyoming.

Follow C.J. Box on @cjboxauthor and cjbox.net

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