This author, a former counterintelligence agent and journalist, crafts compelling mysteries and thrillers that delve into intricate plots and suspenseful scenarios. His extensive background lends a unique authenticity to his narratives, exploring complex human motivations within high-stakes environments. With a keen eye for detail and a masterful command of pacing, his works consistently engage readers, drawing them into worlds of espionage and intrigue. His storytelling prowess has earned significant recognition, cementing his reputation as a significant voice in contemporary crime fiction.
Set against the backdrop of newspapers and city politics, this installment follows detective John Denson as he navigates a gritty landscape filled with corruption, blackmail, and the underbelly of urban life. The narrative combines elements of crime and social commentary, exploring the complexities of morality in a tough and lusty world. Denson's character offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced in both his professional and personal life.
John Denson, private investigator, goes to Oregon's North Umpqua River to fish trout, but instead finds himself caught up in a net of international intelligence agents and academics. It all starts when the naked body of a girl with a bullet hole between her eyes goes rushing past Denson in the rapids. He embarks on a search to find the girl's identity and bring her killer to justice. Strange clues lead to three more corpses, bringing the body-count to four - and only the Siskiyou Two-Step saves Denson from being the fifth...
The story follows private investigator John Denson as he teams up with the captivating Pamela Yew to track down a dangerous pimp. As they delve deeper into the case, Denson becomes ensnared in a complex web of deception, where targets constantly shift and stakes rise, challenging his skills and instincts.
Cool Runnings - Polit-Thriller - bk1541; Ullstein Verlag; Richard Hoyt; pocket_book; 1987
Privatdetektiv John Denson wird von einer attraktiven Kollegin um Hilfe gebeten, um einen grausamen Zuhälter zu fangen. Er erkennt jedoch zu spät, dass er nur als Lockvogel benutzt wird und es um mehr als nur die Verhaftung eines Mörders geht. Ein witziger Debütroman, der die Tradition des "private eye"-Thrillers fortführt.
