Nightwork
by Nora Roberts
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Greed. Desire. Obsession. Revenge . . . It’s all in a night’s work.Harry Booth started stealing at nine to keep a roof over his ailing mother’s head, slipping into luxurious, empty homes at night to find items he could trade for precious cash. When his mother finally succumbed to cancer, he left Chicago—but kept up his nightwork, developing into a master thief with a code of honor and an expertise in not attracting attention?or getting attached.Until he meets Miranda Emerson, and the powerful bond between them upends all his rules. But along the way, Booth has made some dangerous associations, including the ruthless Carter LaPorte, who sees Booth as a tool he controls for his own profit.... The book’s ability to sustain interest over time is one of its defining qualities. Rather than relying on repetitive patterns, it introduces variations that keep the narrative fresh. This adaptability ensures that readers remain curious about what comes next. Another strength of the book is its thoughtful pacing. Moments of tension are balanced with quieter scenes that allow readers to process events and better understand character motivations. This rhythm prevents fatigue and keeps the narrative feeling dynamic throughout its length.