First published 2004
Martin Zolotow walks into trouble like other men walk into bars. His short-term memory fails him at the worst moments, leaving gaps where crucial details should be. Yet when women find themselves trapped in dangerous situations, Martin cannot resist stepping in. His body carries scars from previous encounters, proof that he survives by fighting as hard as his enemies. The streets offer no mercy to a lone crusader operating without backup or reliable recall. Martin navigates this brutal landscape armed with bitter humor and hard-earned combat skills. Each case tests whether his instincts can compensate for what his damaged mind cannot retain. These two connected stories follow Martin as he confronts threats that would challenge even someone with perfect memory. His condition makes every mission a gamble, but walking away has never been an option.
Genres: mystery, crime, thriller, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, unreliable-narrator
400 pages · Hardcover · Five Star
Content warnings: violence