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When academic Richard returns to his hometown he discovers a scam that has ruined the city, he must unite his friends and family to uncover the truth, but this pits him against the scam's architect, aging but violent drug kingpin Giacomo Duchamps, who could destroy everyone Richard loves should he fail. Renewals captures the nature of a hardscrabble small town and those who live and struggle there, in this pitch perfect tale of corruption and renewal. It is the story not only of the renewal of a city but of people as well--a sexually abused young woman seeking autonomy, a young ex-con seeking redemption, and others.

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Renewals is a beautifully moving story of corruption and its impact on small towns. Delaurier weaves together a diverse and likeable band of amateur sleuths, sharply funny dialogue, and great pacing that reminds me of Robert Parker and Elmore Leonard. Highly recommend! (5 Stars Amazon) The book is at times funny and other times sad. The author captures well the vibe of a down trodden town and the colorful cast of characters who manage to survive there. I recommend it highly. (5 Stars Amazon)

Author Information

Gregory F. Delaurier is a retired college professor, who has returned to his first love, fiction writing. He lives in Melrose, Massachusetts. He has two grown children, a daughter in her 40s and a son in his early 20s (it's a long story). Renewals is his first novel.

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