Darius Bakhtiar, chief of homicide in Teheran, is torn between his love for his country and scorn for the religious fanatics who maintain a stronghold on its citizenry as he investigates the recent murder of a young woman.
Joseph Koenig Books
December 14, 1907 – January 1, 1997
Joseph Koenig crafts hard-boiled fiction with a visceral edge. A former crime reporter, his work plunges into the grim realities of con men, cops, and killers, often set against stark, evocative landscapes. Koenig explores the darkly comic underbelly of diverse communities, from New York's Ukrainian underworld to the brutal isolation of snowbound Vermont. After a significant hiatus, he returned with a rollicking mystery that mirrors his own past as a journalist for true-crime magazines, showcasing his enduring ability to weave suspenseful narratives.
Floater
- 250 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Renowned author Lawrence Block shares his insights on the craft of fiction writing in this comprehensive essay collection. Drawing from his extensive experience, he explores various aspects of storytelling, offering practical advice and reflections that resonate with both aspiring and seasoned writers. Block’s engaging style and deep understanding of the writing process make this collection an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance their skills and appreciate the nuances of fiction.
Really the Blues
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Paris, 1941. American jazz musician Eddie Piron has lived in the city of light since before the war began. But Paris under occupation is not what it once was, and things are looking a lot darker for a man like Eddie. The great jazz artists of the day, like Django Reinhardt, are lying low or being swept away under the racial policies of the Nazis. But the SS has a paradoxical taste for the "negermusik" and their favorite gathering place is La Caverne Negre, where Eddie leads the band.One night the drummer for "Eddie et Ses Anges", an indifferent musician but an essential part of the band, disappears. When his body is found in the Seine the next day, Eddie becomes entangled in the murder investigation. He soon finds himself in the clutches of a mercenary intelligence broker who discovers why Eddie Piron is really in Paris—and what he's really hiding.
Wächter der Revolution - bk1155; Heyne Verlag; Joseph Koenig; pocket_book; 1997
