The Wrong Side of Goodbye (A Harry Bosch Novel Book 19)
Michael Connelly
17 min
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Dive into a thrilling detective story where Harry Bosch, a retired detective, is on a mission to uncover a billionaire's dark past and solve a complex mystery.
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01The Call of Duty
Harry Bosch, a seasoned private investigator with a past life in the Los Angeles Police Department, found himself standing before the secluded billionaire, Whitney Vance. Vance, a man whose life was now in the winter of its years, was tormented by a ghost from his past. In his youth, he had a fleeting yet fervent romance with a Mexican girl, Vibiana Duarte. The affair was cut short abruptly, leaving Vance with a lingering question that had haunted him for decades: Did he father a child with Vibiana? Vance, a man with no known descendants, was desperate to uncover the truth. He was eager to know if he had a biological child who could be the rightful heir to his colossal fortune. He offered Bosch a hefty sum to quietly investigate the matter. Intrigued by the enigma and the potential ramifications of his discoveries, Bosch agreed to take on the case. Bosch's investigation led him on a journey into Vance's past, revealing a tangled web of secrets and deception. He discovered that Vibiana was hastily sent away when her relationship with Vance came to light, and she vanished without leaving any trace behind. Bosch's quest for Vibiana and her possible child took him from the lavish mansions of Los Angeles to the poverty-stricken neighborhoods of Mexico. As Bosch delved deeper, he unearthed evidence suggesting that Vibiana might have had a child. However, the trail had gone cold, and Bosch was faced with numerous hurdles in his pursuit of the truth. He had to navigate through a labyrinth of deceit, corruption, and danger as he inched closer to unveiling the truth about Vance's potential offspring. Throughout his investigation, Bosch was haunted by the potential consequences of his findings. If Vance did have an heir, the revelation could have far-reaching implications, not just for the billionaire and his wealth, but also for the potential heir who might be oblivious of their true lineage. Despite the challenges, Bosch remained resolute in his quest for the truth, driven by his unwavering commitment to justice.
02The Search Begins
Bosch, a detective seasoned by time and experience, found himself drawn into the enigmatic case of Vibiana's disappearance from the 1950s. His investigation led him to the dusty archives, where he meticulously sifted through the yellowed records and forgotten documents of Vance's once-thriving company. His relentless pursuit of truth unearthed a scandalous secret that had been buried for decades - Vibiana, a woman of beauty and ambition, had been entangled in a forbidden affair with Vance, the company's powerful owner. The revelation of this clandestine relationship had sent shockwaves through the company, resulting in Vibiana's sudden and unexplained departure. Bosch's quest for answers led him to a former employee of Vance's company, a man now in the twilight of his life, residing in a serene retirement home. The man, initially guarded, gradually began to share the scandal that had shaken the company to its core all those years ago. He painted a vivid picture of Vibiana, a woman of striking beauty and fierce ambition, who had effortlessly captured Vance's attention. Their affair, though shrouded in secrecy, was an open secret within the company. The discovery of their relationship had caused a seismic shift within the company, leading to Vibiana's abrupt dismissal. The man remembered the day Vibiana was sent away, a day filled with hushed whispers and hurried meetings, a day that had left an indelible mark on the company's history. Intrigued by the tale, Bosch found himself drawn deeper into the labyrinth of the past. His investigation revealed that after her abrupt departure, Vibiana had disappeared without a trace, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and unsolved mysteries. The enigma of Vibiana's disappearance and her illicit relationship with Vance became the central thread of Bosch's investigation, a thread that he was determined to unravel, no matter where it led.
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03Parallel Pursuits
04Unraveling the Past
05The Screen Cutter Unmasked
06The Heir Revealed
07The Final Showdown
08Conclusion
About Michael Connelly
Michael Connelly is an American author best known for his crime novels, particularly those featuring LAPD Detective Hieronymus "Harry" Bosch and criminal defense attorney Mickey Haller. His books, which have been translated into 39 languages, have brought him international renown and numerous literary awards.