Jean M. Redmann Ordre des livres

The cops blow it off as a customer surprised by what was under the dress, but PI Micky Knight knows they're wrong--she either makes it her case or lets a murderer go free to kill again.

Exploring the intersection of noir and gay culture, this anthology features stories from top writers who infuse classic themes of moral ambiguity and cynicism with a unique gay perspective. Edited by acclaimed authors Greg Herren and J.M. Redmann, the collection redefines the gay mystery genre, offering fresh insights into life and culture through the lens of tough, complex characters. Readers can expect a transformative experience that challenges traditional views and deepens the understanding of gay narratives within the noir framework.

Exploring the intersection of gender and crime, this book delves into the lives of women navigating the harsh realities of urban environments. It highlights their struggles for justice amidst violence and societal challenges, showcasing resilience and the quest for empowerment. Through vivid storytelling, it reveals the complexities of female experiences in a world often dominated by male perspectives, emphasizing both the dangers they face and their determination to seek justice.

In the steamy underworld of New Orleans, mystery culminates where law and desire interact. Micky takes on the case of the daughter of a friend, who is believed to be sexually abused, not knowing that the investigation will lead her on a dangerous sexual odyssey. While doing battle with seedy thugs and struggling to hold on to her rocky relationship with Dr. Cordelia James, Micky travels between the uptown opulence of the Sans Parel Club, one of New Orleans's exclusive private clubs, and a tawdry hole of a bar near the Desire Projects.

Privatdetektivin Michele Knight - 'den Mississippi kann ich durch mein Badezimmerfenster sehen, wenn ich mich aufs Klo stelle' - hat Ebbe in der Kasse. Guter Zeitpunkt für eine neue, geschmackvoll verpackte Klientin, die ihr allerdings Schande einbrockt. Aber dass 'Micky' sich mit der halben Südstaatenmafia anlegt, liegt wohl mehr an ihrer tollkühnen Mentalität.

In this long-awaited reprint, Micky Knight had a pleasant evening to look forward to; she was running security at a party of beautiful lesbians and gay men. But a dead body ruins the affair. When more dead women are found, the police target Dr. Cordelia James as the killer - the same Cordelia who broke Micky's heart. As Micky works to expose the killer she tries to keep her heart hidden.