A Drink Before the War

Fiction Mystery Detective Fiction Contemporary Fiction

Description

In the gritty streets of Boston, private investigators Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro are drawn into a case that plunges them into the heart of a city simmering with racial tension. When a cleaning woman is brutally murdered, their investigation unearths a dangerous conspiracy that pits Irish mobsters against a powerful African-American drug lord. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of gang warfare and deep-seated prejudice, Kenzie and Gennaro must confront the dark underbelly of their city and the moral compromises required to survive. This gripping novel explores themes of race, violence, and the corrupting influence of power, showcasing Lehane's signature blend of hard-boiled atmosphere and compelling character development.