In this gripping thriller, Joe DeMarco, a skilled troubleshooter, is called into action by former Speaker John Mahoney after the mysterious death of intern Brian Lewis, initially ruled a drug overdose. As DeMarco investigates, he uncovers a potential murder linked to a sensitive report exposing bribery among politicians. Navigating the murky waters of political corruption, DeMarco must confront powerful figures to unveil the truth behind Brian's demise, highlighting the dangerous interplay of ambition and deceit in Washington, D.C.
Joe DeMarco likes to call himself a troubleshooter. It sounds better than "bagman" or "fixer." With more than a decade of troubleshooting under his belt on behalf of John Mahoney, the Speaker of the House, DeMarco has seen his fair share of dangerous situations. When Andie Moore, a 23-year-old working in the DOJ's Inspector General's Office, is murdered in cold blood in Florida's Everglades, it falls on DeMarco to get to the bottom of things. Paired with Emma, an enigmatic, retired ex-spy with seemingly endless connections in the military and intelligence communities, they venture south to the scene of Andie's murder: Alligator Alley. DeMarco and Emma waste no time in identifying a two suspects--a pair of crooked, near-retirement FBI agents named McIntyre and McGruder. But as they keep digging, it becomes clear that these FBI agents weren't acting alone, and that this goes much deeper than just the murder of an innocent 23-year old woman.
Set against the backdrop of a small Illinois town, a young broker navigates the murky waters of a company shrouded in secrecy. After an insider trading conviction tarnishes his reputation, he joins Drexler Limited, only to discover its illegal operations and a web of deception. His romance with the alluring Gillian Lang complicates matters as they become targets of ruthless killers. As they flee, Jamison remains unaware of Gillian's hidden ties to the company and the true nature of the danger they face, blending romance and suspense in a high-stakes chase.
Set against the backdrop of a historic armed standoff in Wyoming, the narrative centers on Joe DeMarco, who embarks on a deeply personal mission. As he navigates the complexities of the region and its past, DeMarco's journey reveals his motivations and the stakes involved, moving beyond the historical conflict to explore his own challenges and objectives.
In House Privilege, the fourteenth novel in the DeMarco series, Mike Lawson sends his likeable protagonist on a journey that begins in Boston and ends up in a country beyond the reach of the law. Fifteen-year-old Cassie Russell, the only daughter of a mega-rich Boston couple, is the sole survivor of a plane crash that killed her parents. She's also the goddaughter of the newly elected Speaker of the House, John Mahoney, and after the crash Mahoney becomes her legal guardian. Normally, Mahoney would send his kind-hearted wife to deal with his new ward, but she's unavailable so he dispatches his fixer, Joe DeMarco, to make sure the girl's okay. DeMarco's job is only to put things into a holding pattern until Mrs. Mahoney is able to step in and take charge--but DeMarco unintentionally flips over a rock and out from under it crawls a lawyer, the one managing Cassie's vast estate. DeMarco learns the lawyer has been embezzling from the estate and may have killed Cassie's parents. What should have been a simple assignment unleashes murderous plots involving a Boston mob boss and his Irish thugs, and things quickly escalate from there. DeMarco ends up chasing the scheming lawyer halfway around the world to save Cassie and ensure that justice is done. And, this being DeMarco, the legal niceties are mostly ignored. House Privilege is one of the best instalments yet in Edgar Award-nominee Mike Lawson's long-running series.
In this thrilling installment, Joe DeMarco is thrust into a perilous situation after being framed for a political assassination. As he navigates the complexities of the investigation, he must uncover the truth to clear his name while facing powerful adversaries. The story delves into themes of corruption and betrayal, showcasing DeMarco's resilience and resourcefulness in a high-stakes environment.
Set against the backdrop of a high-stakes murder case in New York, political fixer Joe DeMarco navigates a web of intrigue as key witnesses begin to mysteriously withdraw from the investigation. As the tension escalates, DeMarco must use his skills to uncover the truth and ensure justice prevails, all while facing the challenges of a complex political landscape. This latest installment promises suspense and sharp insights into the machinations of power and influence.
In 1938: Modern Britain, Michael John Law demonstrates that our understanding of life in Britain just before the Second World War has been overshadowed by its dramatic political events. 1938 was the last year of normality, and Law shows through a series of case studies that in many ways life in that year was far more modern than might have been thought. By considering topics as diverse as the opening of a new type of pub, the launch of several new magazines, the emergence of push-button radios and large screen televisions sets, and the building of a huge office block, he reveals a Britain, both modern and intrigued by its own modernity, that was stopped in its tracks by war and the austerity that followed. For some, life in Britain was as consumerist, secular, Americanized and modern as it would become for many in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Presenting a fresh perspective on an important year in British social history, illuminated by six engaging case studies, this is a key study for students and scholars of 20th-century Britain.
Joe DeMarco's powerful congressman boss dispatches him to Boston to help an elderly woman who's holding out against a real estate developer intent on tearing down her apartment building. The congressman wants her to take a buyout, but she doesn't, and the developer disrespects him
The story follows Joe DeMarco as he is sent to North Dakota to support a young activist. He faces off against a powerful oil tycoon and two unscrupulous fixers, navigating a landscape of corruption and familiar adversarial tactics. The novel delves into themes of activism, corporate greed, and the challenges of standing up for what is right.
