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by Patrick Hoffman
The author of The White Van delivers "everything you could want in a thriller—lightning pace, dead-on dialogue, and a twisting, high-torque plot" (Award-winning author Carl Hiaasen). Patrick Hoffman burst onto the crime fiction scene with The White Van, a bank heist thriller set on the back streets of San Francisco and a finalist for the CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award. Now he returns with his second novel, Every Man a Menace, the inside story of a ruthless ecstasy-smuggling ring. San Francisco is about to receive the biggest delivery of MDMA to hit the West Coast in years. Raymond Gaspar, just out of prison, is sent to the city to check in on the increasingly erratic dealer expected to take care of distribution. In Miami, the man responsible for getting the drugs across the Pacific has just met the girl of his dreams—a woman who can't seem to keep her story straight. And thousands of miles away in Bangkok, someone farther up the supply chain is about to make a phone call that will put all their lives at risk. Stretching from the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia to the Golden Gate of San Francisco, Every Man a Menace offers "a mind-bending, attention-demanding narrative as full of shocks and surprises as an LSD party" ( The Wall Street Journal).
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by Don Winslow
Like Hoffman's work, this novel offers a gritty, unflinching look at corruption and the blurred lines of morality within the criminal justice system. It features a fast-paced narrative and a deep dive into the logistics of organized crime and law enforcement.
by Don Winslow
This epic exploration of the drug trade mirrors the global scale and intricate criminal networks found in Every Man a Menace. It uses multiple perspectives to weave a complex web of international trafficking and systemic violence.
A masterclass in realistic criminal dialogue and the procedural details of the underworld, this classic influenced the modern noir style Hoffman employs. It focuses on the low-level players and the high-stakes pressure of the criminal life.
by Don Winslow
Sharing Hoffman's stylistic flair and focus on the high-end drug trade, this novel is fast-paced and leans into the logistical side of criminal enterprises. The narrative voice is sharp, modern, and relentlessly engaging.
by Don Winslow
As a direct look at the brutal reality of drug wars, this book matches Hoffman's interest in the far-reaching consequences of the narcotics trade. It is a dense, atmospheric, and deeply researched portrayal of a world without easy heroes.
Richard Price provides a similarly detailed and observational look at the drug trade, focusing on the intersection of dealers and detectives. The prose is gritty and the character studies are deeply complex, much like Hoffman's characterizations.
by James Ellroy
Fans of Hoffman's punchy, staccato prose and intricate plotting will appreciate Ellroy's dense and dark exploration of American crime and politics. It features a massive scope and a cynical view of power structures.
This book captures the same 'business-like' approach to the drug trade that Hoffman portrays so effectively. It is a fast-paced, witty, and often violent look at the logistics of moving product and the dangers of the criminal hierarchy.
While more focused on the individual's journey, this novel shares the melancholy and atmospheric 'noir' vibe of Hoffman's work. It is a bleak, beautifully written story about people living on the fringes of society and the law.
Lehane's tight, suspenseful plotting and focus on the inner workings of criminal 'drop' bars will resonate with readers of Every Man a Menace. It explores themes of loyalty, secrets, and the sudden eruption of violence in a controlled environment.
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