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In Too Hot to Live, a soldier named Jefferson finds himself in a precarious situation as he drifts into the small town of Marcus Junction. With his shoes in tatters and a murder charge looming over him, Jefferson is desperate for help and a way to clear his name. The story opens with Jefferson arriving on a freight train, feeling the oppressive heat of the day and the weight of his circumstances. He is immediately confronted by a train worker who warns him to leave before anyone starts asking questions. This sets the tone for Jefferson's journey into Marcus Junction, a town that seems to harbor secrets and suspicion.
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