Charlie Huston Knihy

Detektivní román vypráví o tom, co všechno se může přihodit, pokud svolíte, že svému sousedovi na pár dní pohlídáte kocoura. Hank, barman a nadšený fanoušek baseballu, jednoho dne zjistí, že je v pěkné bryndě. Několik dní po tom, co jeho soused Russ narychlo odjel z města a svěřil mu na hlídání svého kocoura Buda v přepravce na kočky, ho v podniku, kde pracuje, zbijí dva Rusové. Hankovi začíná docházet, že něco není v pořádku - v přepravce objeví klíč, který po něm chtějí jak policisté, tak gangsteři z podsvětí. Ale co je to za klíč? Všechno začíná nabírat rychlé obrátky: hra na schovávanou a útěk přes střechy domů, praní špinavých peněz, jízda metrem s mrtvolou po boku, ale především rozhodování, jak z toho všeho ven. Ale je vůbec cesta zpátky?

Joe Pitt returns in this thrilling sequel to Charlie Huston's impressive UK debut, Already Dead.

Hank Thompson's life in Mexico takes a dangerous turn when a Russian backpacker threatens to expose his secrets and the cash he possesses, linked to the Russian mafia. With his family's safety at stake, Hank embarks on a frantic journey to California, evading various threats including law enforcement and criminals. The narrative unfolds across diverse settings, from the Yucatán's beaches to Las Vegas's underbelly, immersing readers in a gritty exploration of crime and survival.

The book features explosive dialogue that energizes the narrative, showcasing characters with wild personalities ready for adventure. The writing style captures the intensity and unpredictability of their interactions, promising an engaging and dynamic reading experience. The vivid portrayal of these characters and their interactions drives the story forward, making it a compelling exploration of their journeys.

Blood spilled on the asphalt of this town long years gone has left a stain, and it’s spreading. Not that a thing like that matters to teenagers like George, Hector, Paul, and Andy. It’s summer 1983 in a northern California suburb, and these working-class kids have been killing time the usual ways: ducking their parents, tinkering with their bikes, and racing around town getting high and boosting their neighbors’ meds. Just another typical summer break in the burbs. Till Andy’s bike is stolen by the town’s legendary petty hoods, the Arroyo brothers. When the boys break into the Arroyos’ place in search of the bike, they stumble across the brothers’ private industry: a crank lab. Being the kind of kids who rarely know better, they do what comes naturally: they take a stash of crank to sell for quick cash. But doing so they unleash hidden rivalries and crimes, and the dark and secret past of their town and their families.

Charlie Huston's debut is all about a bartender with sore feet, a cat in a cast, a large pile of cash, and what can happen when you're... caught stealing.

Renowned for his unparalleled action scenes in crime fiction, the author delivers sharp, engaging dialogue that rivals the best in the genre. With a unique blend of intensity and style, readers can expect a thrilling experience that keeps them on the edge of their seats, showcasing a modern take on crime storytelling that is both captivating and memorable.

Joe Pitt returns in the third installment of Charlie Huston's captivating vampire noir series.

A gripping thriller set in a plague-ridden Los Angeles where sleeplessness reigns. Described as a "stunningly original work of speculative fiction" by the New York Times.

They live among us, slaves to the very condition that empowers them. They are the Vampyre, and their sole chance at survival lies in banding into Clans. Only Joe Pitt has gone his own way. The upside is freedom. The downside is there's nobody on his side when trouble comes around. Joe gets rough receptions from all the countless Clans shifting about on the island of Manhattan, but his current trouble is with the Coalition - the Clan that controls the city river to river, from 14th Street to 110th Street. To make things right, Joe takes on his most perilous case: The daughter of a prominent New York family is missing, and her Vampyre fascination makes Joe the ideal man for this high-stakes job. With his ferocious style, Charlie Huston offers a thrilling new twist to one of our oldest myths.