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From acclaimed author and screenwriter Derek Haas comes a unique and thrilling twist on a family story -- what happens when an elite assassin becomes a father? Now a new dad, the infamous Silver Bear finds himself staying up late for feedings and changing diapers -- all while leading the double life of a contract killer. The struggle is not with his conscience. He enjoys his gig. But a child forces him to weigh selfishness versus safety. Continue his line of work, and he'll always wonder if he's putting his child's life at risk. His partner, Risina, serves as his fence. Like Columbus, she's good at her job and likes doing it. An unusual take on working motherhood . . .When the next assignment comes in, both Columbus and Risina are surprised to find that the mark is another assassin: a brash, young killer named Castillo.



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Derek Haas

Derek Haas is the author of THE SILVER BEAR, COLUMBUS, DARK MEN and A DIFFERENT LIE, which make up the Assassin Books. He also wrote the stand-alone espionage thriller THE RIGHT HAND. Derek wrote the screenplays with his partner Michael Brandt for 3:10 TO YUMA, WANTED, and THE DOUBLE. He is the co-creator of the NBC show CHICAGO FIRE and executive produces CHICAGO PD and CHICAGO MED. Derek lives in Los Angeles. Follow Derek on twitter @derekhaas or facebook friend him.



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