Prodigal Son
In modern New Orleans, a detective team and an immortal monster uncover a Frankenstein-era conspiracy and a serial killer.
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Plot structure labels used: ongoing mystery, multiple reveals, fake-outs, cliffhanger ending, interwoven storylines, time jumps, flashbacks, slow-burn escalation, mid-series pivot, subplot convergence
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