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Set in the summer of 1946, a murder mystery unfolds following the death of millionaire Cary Morrison in his Chicago mansion. Ray Foley, recently returned from the war, becomes entangled in the investigation after discovering one of the dead burglars was his childhood friend. As he searches for the killer, Ray learns about a missing Greek statuette that holds incriminating evidence against powerful figures. His quest for the truth draws the attention of dangerous individuals who believe he possesses the statue, escalating the stakes in his pursuit.

Set against the backdrop of summer 1967, the story unfolds with the mysterious death of a Florida bookie in a Chicago motel. As a businessman goes missing alongside a satchel of money, Private Eye Harry Strummer finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger. The narrative combines elements of crime and investigation, showcasing Strummer's pursuit of truth in a tumultuous era.

Set against the backdrop of 1962 Chicago, the story follows Thomas Faye, a boy whose life transforms after meeting two enigmatic figures in a junk shop. Arthur Farrell, a magician and war veteran, possesses healing powers, while his friend Meyer, a resilient survivor of the Warsaw Ghetto, brings chaos. Influenced by these men, Thomas embarks on a journey across America and Vietnam, adopting various identities. As he grapples with his evolving abilities, he uncovers the deeper purpose of his fateful encounter in the shop.

"In the Castle of the Flynns" is a novel both mournful and merry--an unforgettable portrait of a boy growing up in 1950s Chicago, and a "tapestry of family life, in which laughter has as much place as worry and sadness" ("Kirkus Reviews").