Nowhere to Run
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Eventually, he spoke.
‘Look, one day you’ll be in my shoes,’ said Sharp, ‘and you’ll be telling your team the same thing, believe me. Don’t risk your life – or that of your colleagues. It might be one of us who has to deal with the aftermath.’
‘I understand.’
He nodded, then turned as a taxi pulled up to the kerb. 'Here's your ride – and here's twenty quid towards the fare.'
‘Sarge, you don’t have to do that.’
Sharp grinned and held open the passenger door for her.
‘Trust me, I do. At least that way, I know you’ll get home safe.’
Kay smiled as she got in, then wound down the window.
‘Thanks, Sarge. For everything. See you tomorrow.’
* * *
THE END
About the Author
Before turning to writing, USA Today bestselling author Rachel Amphlett played guitar in bands, dabbled in radio as a presenter and freelance producer for the BBC, and worked in publishing as an editorial assistant.
She now wields a pen instead of a plectrum and writes crime fiction and spy thrillers, including the fast paced Dan Taylor and English Assassins espionage novels, and the Detective Kay Hunter and Detective Mark Turpin British murder mystery series.
After 13 years in Australia, Rachel has returned to the UK and is currently based in the south of England.
You can find out more about her writing at www.rachelamphlett.com.