by Don Winslow
First published 2021
Don Winslow opens a new chapter in his crime fiction with this inaugural entry in an expansive criminal saga. The New York Times bestselling author who brought readers the Cartel Trilogy and The Force begins fresh territory with a story that promises to unfold across multiple volumes. Winslow constructs his narrative around the kinds of morally complex characters and institutional corruption that have defined his previous work. The novel establishes the foundation for what will become an epic exploration of crime, power, and consequence. Readers familiar with Winslow's unflinching approach to law enforcement and criminal enterprises will find similar themes woven throughout this opening installment. The story sets up conflicts and relationships that will drive the larger saga forward while delivering a complete narrative in its own right.
Genres: fiction, mystery, crime, action
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: morally-complex-characters
400 pages · ebook · William Morrow