Steven Michael Thomas delves into dark themes such as criminality and lost innocence, exploring them with a penetrating insight. His prose is often lyrical and rhythmic, embodying a unique American sensibility honed by his life in California. Thomas has immersed himself in the nuances of American life while maintaining a connection to British literary traditions.
With alluring settings, quirky characters, and restrained prose, this memorable debut thriller tells an offbeat tale of goodhearted thief Robert Rivers, who turns reluctant hero to take on a vicious gangster.