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In Heat Wave by Richard Castle, Detective Nikki Heat investigates the murder of a wealthy real estate developer, Matthew Starr, who is found dead outside his apartment. Journalist Jameson Rook shadows Heat for an article, leading to a complicated dynamic between them. As Heat uncovers Starr’s shady dealings and the truth behind his death, she must also fend off threats to her own life while navigating her growing feelings for Rook.