Pawn - 23

Pawn, Book 3 of The Turner Chronicles

David and Jerry Flintlow agree that the kidnappers must die so no connection exists leading to them. They also agree that in order to cool the investigation into their bank, Amel, Jerry’s sister and David’s daughter, must die after writing a confession. Jerry will do the killing. Meanwhile, Julia Tremont, a child and friend of Autumn, brings Aarons pet, Zisst, back to the manor. Along with Zisst she brings news of an overheard conversation which may indicate Autumn was taken to a different city by disgruntled taxi drivers who had been put out of business by Aaron’s runabouts. Most of the adults are doubtful, but Kim leaves to investigate. That night Missy comes to Aaron’s room, offering herself to him. Though tempted, Aaron turns the offer down, but not until after they do a bit of personal stuff. Missy is not upset. Instead, she asks Aaron what the difference is between what he just did, and what Melna did earlier with Clack and Johnston.