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A Kiss to Build a Death on (Julio Milano, Bk 1)
A Kiss to Build a Death on - Julio Milano, Bk 1 Author:Frank J. Bruno A Kiss to Build a Death On by Frank J. Bruno is a savage tale of love and murder. Julio Milano's prostitute granddaughter, Gypsy, has been mutilated. Julio wants to make la vendetta, seeking not only justice, but revenge for the crime. Julio is an aging, self-destructive alcoholic. He lives poorly, drives a broken down Chevy, and su... more »bsists largely on Social Security. He was once a competent private detective. He brings himself out of his doldrums on behalf of Gypsy.
In the course of his quest, he becomes entangled with Blanche Gardner, a long-lost love and also a prostitute. They have a love-hate sexual relationship. Julio's ex-wife, Marie, provides Julio with a safe haven and affection. Lou Milano, Julio's brother, is an unwilling accomplice in Julio's adventures. Jake Lanza, Julio's sidekick, is killed protecting Gypsy. Keith Sherman, the town's arrogant mayor, plays a malevolent role in the action.« less