A fellow scientist named Tom, perhaps. He could be a bit of a joker but also very brilliant. He and Abby might have a friendly rivalry, constantly trying to outdo each other in their experiments, but also respecting each other's skills. And then there could be the lab technician, Lisa. She is the one who keeps all the equipment in working order. Without her, Abby's experiments would be constantly interrupted by faulty machinery. She's a bit quiet but very reliable.
Maybe it's a dare. His friends could have dared him to wear Tony's clothes for a day and he reluctantly agrees. And as he wears them, he realizes there's more to Tony's style than he thought.
Definitely 'A Purple Place for Dying'. In this novel, Travis McGee is at his best. The story is set in a desolate yet beautiful landscape, and McGee has to deal with a web of lies and danger. The way he uncovers the truth bit by bit makes it a really engaging read. It also gives great insights into his character and his values.
I'm not entirely sure which one is the very last Travis McGee novel. There have been quite a few in the series. However, you could check some reliable book databases or official websites related to the author. They might have the most accurate information. You can also ask in some book - lover communities where people are likely to be up - to - date on the latest releases in a series like this.
The first Travis McGee novel is 'The Deep Blue Good - by'. It introduced readers to the character of Travis McGee, a self - described 'salvage consultant' who lives on a houseboat in Florida. This character became quite popular and led to a long series of novels.
I'm not sure specifically which 'top stories' Charles McGee has as the name is quite common. It could be related to journalism, where he might have covered major events, or it could be in the context of fictional writing. Without more context, it's difficult to determine.