by David Grann
First published 2018
Forrest Tucker, a charming septuagenarian, has spent decades evading the law. Now, even in his twilight years, he can't resist planning one last series of bold bank robberies. As a relentless detective closes in, Forrest must outmaneuver the police with his trademark wit and nerve. This true story captures the thrill and tragedy of a life spent always one step ahead.
Genres: fiction, historical-fiction, crime, thriller
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: cat-and-mouse, older-protagonist, true-story
Setting: United States
136 pages · Paperback · Simon & Schuster UK