Himes, Chester
All Shot Up (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241521120
- author:
- Himes, Chester
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.2 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Crime, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A chaotic and unforgettable tale of crime and detection. In this gritty novel, a series of bizarre and violent incidents rocks the streets of Harlem, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Grave Digger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson, two detectives with a reputation for solving even the toughest cases, must navigate this complex web of clues to uncover the truth. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they are faced with a series of shocking revelations that challenge everything they thought they knew about the city and its inhabitants. With its dark and unflinching portrayal of life in 1940s Harlem, All Shot Up is a gripping and intense read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Chester Himes's writing style is uncompromising and unapologetic, making this book a worthwhile read for fans of hard-boiled detective fiction.
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