detective
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Michael, in “All Her Fault” you are playing someone who could be a much more conventional detective character, but reveals more layers.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
But mostly, they make a great detective team, often using their differences to their advantage.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
A solicitor for the accused asked the detective inspector in court if another person had been arrested for attempted murder in this case before Carey.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Dowden also turned detective in the episode and delved into why her great-aunt was shot in 1888.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“She probably wouldn’t like to hear that we’re following Dad into the detective biz.”
From "Mystery Map (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #3)" by Franklin W. Dixon
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