Put a Lid on it
Put a Lid on it by Donald E. Westlake is a first edition published by Mysterious Press in 2002, featuring 247 pages in English. The story follows Francis Xavier Meehan, a man with a strict set of rules who makes a living through theft. When a mysterious figure from Washington approaches him in the Manhattan Correctional Center with an irresistible offer, Meehan finds himself entangled in a high-stakes scheme involving incriminating evidence that could impact the presidency.
Readers will discover a narrative that combines elements of mystery, suspense, and thriller as Meehan navigates a precarious mission filled with political intrigue. As he attempts to secure his freedom and potentially profit from the situation, the carefully laid plans begin to unravel, revealing a chaotic world of spies and political maneuvering. This edition presents a blend of crime and tension, showcasing Meehan’s journey through a landscape where secrets are currency and danger lurks at every turn.
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Francis Xavier Meehan (Meehan to his friends, “Halt!” to the cops) has ten thousand rules to live by, but only one way to make a living: stealing. Then a man in a checked jacket from Washington comes to meet Meehan in the Manhattan Correctional Center with an offer Meehan cannot refuse.
For somewhere out there is an October Surprise that may dethrone the sitting president of the United States. The Washington man wants Meehan to steal the incriminating evidence and keep the president’s secret in the dark. What Meehan gets out of the deal is his freedom – and maybe a little something on the side. What the president gets is another term in the White House – instead of one in jail.
Yet on the plane ride down to meet more guys from Washington (but with better suits), the well-thought-out plan begins to unravel. The problem Meehan faces is that no one in Washington can keep a lip buttoned – and a bunch of politicos, spies, and thugs are leaking trouble his way. Suddenly it seems that Meehan’s mission is about to go the way of Watergate. There’s only one difference: This time they chose the right guy for the job. Hail to the thief!
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