The Axeman's Jazz
Celestin, Ray
| Autor: | Celestin, Ray |
|---|---|
| Themengebiete: | Englische Belletristik / Kriminalroman Englische Bücher / Belletristik / Kriminalroman, Thriller Jazz New Orleans |
| Veröffentlichungsdatum: | 27.07.2021 |
| EAN: | 9781529065633 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Seitenzahl: | 425 |
| Produktart: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Verlag: | Pan Macmillan |
Produktinformationen "The Axeman's Jazz"
Winner of the CWA New Blood Dagger, Ray Celestin's The Axeman's Jazz is a gripping historical crime thriller set in the mob-ruled, jazz-filled streets of 1919 New Orleans.Shortlisted for the Theakston's Crime Novel of the Year Award and recommended on the Radio 2 Arts Show with Claudia Winkleman.A dark serial killer known as the Axeman stalks the city, and three individuals set out to unmask him:Detective Lieutenant Michael Talbot - leading the official investigation, but struggling to find leads and harbouring his own secret.Former detective Luca d'Andrea - working for the mafia, his need to solve the mystery is as urgent as the authorities'.And Ida - a secretary at the Pinkerton Detective Agency. Obsessed with Sherlock Holmes, she stumbles across a clue which lures her and her friend, musician Louis Armstrong, into terrible danger...As Michael, Luca and Ida draw closer to discovering the killer's identity, the Axeman issues a challenge: play jazz or risk becoming the next victim.'A fascinating portrait of a vibrant and volatile city and a riveting read.' - The GuardianThe Axeman's Jazz, inspired by a true story, is the first in Ray Celestin's prize-winning City Blues quartet, followed by Dead Man's Blues.
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