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The Need for Speed
Paperback
Mystery & ThrillerClassic Fiction
Publisher: Empire Publishers
Published: Feb 6 2026
Pages: 398
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Carson Taylor has always lived life in the slow lane-until now. The hardworking son of a small-town Iowa farmer, he's counting down the days to his eighteenth birthday and dreaming of a future that moves much faster.
Ever since his late uncle introduced him to the exhilarating world of racing, Carson has been hooked on adrenaline-the roar of an engine, the rush of the track, and the freedom that comes with speed. Determined to chase that passion, he's finally saved up enough to buy his first car... a street-legal project he plans to transform into a true hot rod.
But before Carson can accelerate into the life he wants, he must steer through the twists and turns life throws his way-finishing high school, unraveling a surprising mystery, facing hidden dangers, hunting down thieves, and overcoming challenges that test both his courage and his heart.
Join Carson on an unforgettable ride-packed with adventure, danger, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of a dream.
Because when the world tries to slow you down, the only answer is to push harder...
Feel the adrenaline. Follow the journey. Chase the need for speed.
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