Willeford Charles Book order (chronological)

Charles Willeford was a remarkably talented and prolific writer whose work spanned everything from poetry to crime fiction to literary criticism. His crime novels are distinguished by a lean narrative economy and an admirable lack of sentimentality. Willeford's style is defined by stark realism and sharp observations of human nature, often focusing on characters on the fringes of society and moral ambiguity. His mastery of atmosphere and dialogue makes his works compelling reads.

Miami Blues
208 pages
8 hours of reading
Detective Hoke Moseley faces a chilling mystery after a violent encounter leaves him hospitalized and without his gun, badge, and dentures. As he reflects on a decade of cases, he struggles to identify who might want him harmed. The investigation leads him to a series of puzzling clues linked to a dimwitted hooker, her ex-con boyfriend, and the unusual murder of a Hare Krishna pimp. The narrative weaves together themes of revenge and the complexities of crime, as Moseley pieces together the motives behind his brutal attack.
2013
3.9

Miami Blues