"- Si "Homosexuel notoire..." s'ouvre sur la découverte d'un assassinat et se clôt sur sa résolution, il serait malhonnête de présenter le roman comme purement policier. C'est cependant un authentique roman noir, doublement même, puisque son protagoniste, Steve Archer, est justement un "nègre". Il est aussi homosexuel et aux épreuves que lui impose sa négritude s'ajoutent celles qui viennent de son "infirmité".
In a poignant final case, a weary detective is drawn back into action to protect a scared child. As he navigates the complexities of this investigation, he confronts his own past while seeking justice and safety for the vulnerable. This story explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the enduring impact of one's choices.
From breathtaking waterfalls to verdant river valleys, this guide details fifty of the very best hiking trails in the state. Inside you'll find detailed maps, mile-by-mile trail descriptions, backpacking tips, and informative details about landmarks and natural history.
The investigation into a journalist's suicide leads insurance investigator Dave Brandstetter to uncover a dangerous story involving a missing South American strongman, El Carnicero. Renowned for his fearless reporting, Adam Streeter's death seems suspicious to Dave, who suspects foul play rather than suicide. As he delves deeper, he faces threats from powerful individuals wanting to silence the truth. Balancing his pursuit of justice with the concerns of his lover, Cecil, Dave's quest reveals the high stakes of uncovering dark secrets that some are willing to kill for.
Filled with concise descriptions and detailed maps for more than 40 easy-to-follow trails in West Virginia that allow hikers of all levels to enjoy beautiful views, get fit in the outdoors, and learn about the region's history. Hiking West Virginia provides the latest information to plan a customized trip: Common and lesser-known hikes, Full-color photos, maps, detailed trail descriptions, and trailhead GPS coordinates, Insightful hike overviews with details on distance, difficulty, and canine compatibility From the Monongahela National Forest to the New River Gorge National River to state, local, and private parks, the Mountain State has a lifetime's worth of stellar hiking opportunities. This guide will help you start exploring them today. Find hikes suited to every ability, Experience the thrill of hiking in solitude surrounded by wildlife, Discover swimming holes, spectacular views, and more. Book jacket.
In this concluding installment of an epic mystery series, Dave Brandstetter is drawn into a complex investigation while helping an old friend. The plot weaves together themes of child abuse, drug-related issues, AIDS, and the victimization of the elderly, showcasing Hansen's skillful storytelling filled with action and unexpected twists.
Freelance insurance investigator Dave Brandstetter embarks on a dangerous case involving the suspicious death of evangelist Gerald Dawson, who believed in a violent form of piety. After Dawson is found dead, the police target a local smut peddler as the prime suspect, but Brandstetter suspects a deeper, darker truth behind the evangelist's life. As he uncovers Dawson's hidden sins and nighttime activities, Brandstetter risks his own safety in pursuit of justice, revealing a world of moral contradictions and hidden secrets.
The shocking murder of Police Chief Ben Orton, found with a brutal head injury, stirs the seaside community, revealing the deep-seated animosities he cultivated during his tenure. As the investigation unfolds, the townspeople grapple with the implications of his death and the potential motives behind it, exposing a web of secrets and rivalries that challenge their perceptions of justice and morality. The story delves into themes of power, retribution, and the hidden darkness within a seemingly peaceful town.
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF DAVE BRANDSTETTER With a new Introduction by Michael Nava. Published fifty years ago, a time when being gay was illegal in 49 out of 50 states, Joseph Hansen’s first Dave Brandstetter novel shattered stereotypes and redefined the Private Eye novel as we know it. Five decades after its original landmark publication, Joseph Hansen’s Fadeout is as fresh and important as ever. Preceded only by a handful of gay protagonists in crime fiction, Hansen’s Dave Brandstetter, a ruggedly handsome World War II vet with a quick wit, faultless moral compass, and endless confidence, shattered stereotypes and won over a large reading audience, a feat previously considered impossible for queer fiction. Set in the mid-1960s, Fadeout centers on the disappearance of a southern California radio personalitynamed Fox Olson. A failed writer, Olson finally found success as a beloved folksinger and wholesome country raconteur with a growing national audience. The community is therefore shocked when Olson’s car is found wrecked, having been driven off a bridge and swept away in a fast-moving arroyo on a rainy night. A life insurance claim is filed by Olson’s widow and the company holding the policy sends their best man to investigate. The problem is that Olson’s body was never found. Not in the car. Not further down the river. As Dave Brandstetter begins his investigation he quickly finds that none of it adds up.
