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Brett asked this question about The Cabinet of Dr. Leng (Pendergast, #21):
Why does Pendergast keep Proctor around? He always seems to screw up. He did in this book and it wasn't the first time.
Sandra Jackson - Alawine Proctor is devoted to Pendergast and has saved his life on more than one occasion and he also keeps his secrets. I suppose you think D'Agosta screwed …moreProctor is devoted to Pendergast and has saved his life on more than one occasion and he also keeps his secrets. I suppose you think D'Agosta screwed up too by not stopping Binky's kidnapping? Pendergast is dealing with dangerous individuals and sometimes they get the best of Pendergast and his helpers. I think in this instance Proctor probably underestimated Fernac. (less)
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