Page 70 of The Presidents Shadow

Logically, Lamont or Margo would be her best adviser. But she’s seen the news—they’ve got their hands full. Besides, Maddy wants to prove to Dache—and to herself—that she can handle the job alone.

Belinda is locked up and has no idea about what’s going on in the outside world now that she’s in Harriman. Mama-Girl does what she can as the guardian angel of the young gang and has promised to let Maddy know if she spots the green Escalade again.

But for now, Maddy is on her own.

Or maybe not.

The slimy, tough face of Detective Robert McCarthy pops into her head.

Yes, he’s worked against her. Yes, he’s the scum of the earth.

But he might have some inside information.

After all, he’s been walking the same streets the girls have.

McCarthy could be a big help if Maddy plays her cards right.

The only problem is this: Maddy knows that she is playing with a very lousy hand.