Andrew Welsh-Huggins delves into the darker aspects of human nature, with his work often straddling the line between compelling non-fiction and gripping fiction. His novels follow the investigations of a private detective with an unusual background, who immerses himself in cases that expose the complexities of crime and justice. The author's style is characterized by sharp insights into character motivations and a narrative pace that keeps readers on edge. Through his writing, Welsh-Huggins explores profound ethical questions and societal issues that shape our world.
The investigation into a decades-old police shooting quickly spirals into a complex web of murder and intrigue for private eye Andy Hayes. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a chilling conspiracy that challenges his skills and determination. Each revelation pulls him further into a dangerous landscape filled with hidden truths and unexpected twists.
A bank robber tries to leave behind his life of crime after serving his time. But getting out isn’t so easy. Myles’s courtroom testimony should have put Pryor, their one-eyed ringleader, behind bars after the bank robbery gone wrong, yet somehow Pryor got off scot-free while Myles served time. Now, upon his release, Myles decides he is done with his life of wrongdoing―a change that will only be possible if he can kill Pryor and turn over a new leaf. Pryor has other ideas, and the collision between these two deadly forces soon leaves the ex-con in critical condition, clinging to life in a hospital bed. With Myles in recovery, it’s up to his girlfriend Penny to avenge her lover and salvage their chance at normalcy. As Pryor and his cronies prepare for their biggest score yet–targeting a vulnerable small-town Ohio bank on a day when Amish farmers arrive with hefty cash deposits–Penny is hot on their heels. But is she prepared for the carnage Pryor will gleefully wreak on the path to his prize? With characters as sharply drawn as those in a Dennis Lehane novel and a rich Midwestern setting, The End of the Road is a fast-paced rural noir that announces Andrew Welsh-Huggins as one of the most powerful voices in the mystery world.