Ken Bruen crafts narratives that delve into the darker aspects of human nature and society. His writing is characterized by a gritty yet poetic style, drawing readers into complex and compelling stories. Bruen masterfully develops characters and atmosphere, creating unforgettable literary experiences.
Set in the gritty underbelly of Ireland, this noir mystery follows the complex character of Jack Taylor, a former cop turned private investigator. As he navigates a world filled with crime and moral ambiguity, Taylor grapples with his past while confronting new challenges that test his resolve. Ken Bruen's masterful storytelling and sharp prose create a haunting atmosphere, making this installment both a thrilling and introspective journey into the darker sides of human nature.
A troubled woman named Kate Mitchell sees hope for a fresh start when she inherits a cottage in Galway after her aunt's death. However, her plans are upended as she discovers her aunt was murdered, and her home is targeted by thugs planning to convert it into a meth lab. Complicating matters, one of the killers becomes fixated on Kate, who resembles his obsession, the late opera singer Maria Callas. As Kate and her brothers confront their family's dark past, they quickly realize their inheritance holds more danger than they anticipated.
An apparent miracle unleashes a lethal chain of events in the life of Jack Taylor, ex-cop turned private eye.
Ex-cop turned private eye Jack Taylor is on the hunt for a psychotic assassin who has been killing Galway police officers, one by one.
Former cop Jack Taylor is up against a vigilante assassin who goes by the name 'Silence' - and the consequences quickly become personal.
'Bruen's spare prose perfectly suits this bleakly mesmerizing tale' Irish Independent .
The narrative follows vigilante antihero Jack Taylor as he teams up with his new sidekick, Emily, and her endearing dog, Storm. Set against a backdrop of Irish noir, the story revolves around a serial killer whose obsession with bad grammar drives the plot, blending dark humor with suspense. Taylor's character navigates this twisted scenario, offering a fresh take on crime and morality.
Taylor has hit rock bottom: one of his best friends is dead, the other has stopped speaking to him; he has given up battling his addiction to alcohol and pills; and his firing from the Irish national police, the Garda, is ancient history. He takes up a vigilante case against a respected professor of literature at the University of Galway who has a violent habit his friends in high places are only too happy to ignore. He rescues Boru Kennedy, a preppy American student, from a couple of thugs. Enter Emerald, an edgy young Goth who could either be the answer to Jack's problems, or the last ripped stitch in his undoing.
DEALING… PRODUCING… ALL IN A DAY’S WORK FOR A DRUGLORD. OR IN HOLLYWOOD. Ruined and on the lam, former drug kingpin Max Fisher stumbles upon the biggest discovery of his crooked life: a designer drug called PIMP that could put him back on top. Meanwhile, a certain femme fatale from his past is pursuing a comeback dream of her own, setting herself up in Hollywood as producer of a series based on her and Max’s life story. But even in La-La Land, happy endings are hard to come by, especially with both the cops and your enemies in the drug trade coming after you…
Exploring the American West, this collection features gripping stories and essays from various authors, each offering unique perspectives on the region's culture and landscape. With contributions from notable writers like Ken Bruen and James Sallis, the anthology delves into themes of adventure, identity, and the complexities of life on the frontier. Edited by Craig McDonald, it invites readers to venture beyond familiar boundaries and experience the diverse narratives that define La Frontera.