Articoli correlati a Rain Gods
Texas Sheriff Hackberry Holland is a former ACLU attorney and Korean War prisoner, and the cousin of much-loved Burke series character Billy Bob Holland. Running from a traumatic and chequered past to become sheriff of a dried-out, broken-down border town in south Texas, Hackberry soon finds himself dealing with more than just his own demons after nine dead prostitutes are dug up in the desert.
The search for justice - and revenge - pits Hack against hired guns, unscrupulous skin bar owners, drug dealers who operate on both sides of the border, and a psychotic killer known as The Preacher. Burke deftly combines intricate, engaging plotlines and original, compelling characters with his powerfully poetic prose to create a blistering crime novel that also stands with the best of American contemporary fiction.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Riassunto" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
Recensione:
James Lee Burke is the heavyweight champ, a great American novelist whose work, taken individually or as a whole, is unsurpassed. (Michael Connelly)
A gorgeous prose stylist. (Stephen King)
Richly deserves to be described now as one of the finest crime writers America has ever produced. (Daily Mail)
There are not many crime writers about whom one might invoke the name of Zola for comparison, but Burke is very much in that territory. His stamping ground is the Gulf coast, and one of the great strengths of his work has always been the atmospheric background of New Orleans and the bayous. His big, baggy novels are always about much more than the mechanics of the detective plot; his real subject, like the French master, is the human condition, seen in every situation of society. (Independent)
The king of Southern noir. (Daily Mirror)
His lyrical prose, his deep understanding of what makes people behave as they do, and his control of plot and pace are masterly. (Sunday Telegraph)
One of the finest American writers. (Guardian)
When it comes to literate, pungently characterised American crime writing, James Lee Burke has few peers. (Daily Express)
With a plot full of twists and turns, this is another exciting crime thriller from Burke. Right now, there's no one better in the game when it comes to style: the heat of Texas practically burns off the page, leaving you feeling as if you're right in the middle of the action. (WATERSTONES BOOKS QUARTERLY)
No one matches Burke for unveiling the seedier side of the American Dream. (OBSERVER)
Descrizione del libro:
A gorgeous prose stylist. (Stephen King)
Richly deserves to be described now as one of the finest crime writers America has ever produced. (Daily Mail)
There are not many crime writers about whom one might invoke the name of Zola for comparison, but Burke is very much in that territory. His stamping ground is the Gulf coast, and one of the great strengths of his work has always been the atmospheric background of New Orleans and the bayous. His big, baggy novels are always about much more than the mechanics of the detective plot; his real subject, like the French master, is the human condition, seen in every situation of society. (Independent)
The king of Southern noir. (Daily Mirror)
His lyrical prose, his deep understanding of what makes people behave as they do, and his control of plot and pace are masterly. (Sunday Telegraph)
One of the finest American writers. (Guardian)
When it comes to literate, pungently characterised American crime writing, James Lee Burke has few peers. (Daily Express)
With a plot full of twists and turns, this is another exciting crime thriller from Burke. Right now, there's no one better in the game when it comes to style: the heat of Texas practically burns off the page, leaving you feeling as if you're right in the middle of the action. (WATERSTONES BOOKS QUARTERLY)
No one matches Burke for unveiling the seedier side of the American Dream. (OBSERVER)
James Lee Burke on peak form as he introduces the compelling Hackberry Holland.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Su questo libro" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
- EditoreOrion
- Data di pubblicazione2009
- ISBN 10 140911340X
- ISBN 13 9781409113409
- RilegaturaCopertina rigida
- Numero edizione1
- Numero di pagine448
- Valutazione libreria
Compra usato
Condizioni: discretoA readable copy of the book which... Scopri di più su questo articolo
EUR 2,56
Spese di spedizione:
EUR 5,58
Da: Regno Unito a: U.S.A.
Altre edizioni note dello stesso titolo
I migliori risultati di ricerca su AbeBooks
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods (Hackberry Holland)
Editore:
Simon & Schuster
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardback. Condizione: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Codice articolo GOR002546020
Compra usato
EUR 2,56
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Rain Gods This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Codice articolo 7719-9781409113409
Compra usato
EUR 4,22
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods
Editore:
Simon & Schuster
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Condizione: Very Good. 1679585324. 3/23/2023 3:28:44 PM. Codice articolo U9781409113409
Compra usato
EUR 3,89
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods (Hackberry Holland)
Editore:
Orion Publishing Co, United Kingdom, London
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Paperback
Quantità: 3
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Texas Sheriff Hackberry Holland is a former ACLU attorney and Korean War prisoner, and the cousin of much-loved Burke series character Billy Bob Holland. Running from a traumatic and chequered past to become sheriff of a dried-out, broken-down border town in south Texas, Hackberry soon finds himself dealing with more than just his own demons after nine dead prostitutes are dug up in the desert. The search for justice - and revenge - pits Hack against hired guns, unscrupulous skin bar owners, drug dealers who operate on both sides of the border, and a psychotic killer known as The Preacher. Burke deftly combines intricate, engaging plotlines and original, compelling characters with his powerfully poetic prose to create a blistering crime novel that also stands with the best of American contemporary fiction. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR001572546
Compra usato
EUR 5,10
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods
Editore:
Orion
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Codice articolo CHL8824619
Compra usato
EUR 2,49
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Codice articolo 6545-9781409113409
Compra usato
EUR 4,22
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods
Editore:
Orion
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Used; Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books. Codice articolo mon0001788675
Compra usato
EUR 4,01
Convertire valuta
Immagini fornite dal venditore
RAIN GODS
Editore:
Orion
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Prima edizione
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardback. fine hardcover copy in a fine dustwrapper 1st UK edition. Another gritty, thrilling Burke mystery with a brand new character: Texas Sheriff Hackberry Holland, cousin of beloved character Billy Bob Holland. Codice articolo FM18.024
Compra usato
EUR 23,57
Convertire valuta
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Rain Gods
Editore:
Orion
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Prima edizione
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing UK hardback, 2009 Orion. The book is in fine condition with the slightest of tanning to the page edges, the dustjacket is in fine condition and is not price clipped. Codice articolo 3894
Compra usato
EUR 23,93
Convertire valuta
Foto dell'editore
Rain Gods
Editore:
Orion Books, London
(2009)
ISBN 10: 140911340X
ISBN 13: 9781409113409
Antico o usato
Rilegato
Prima edizione
Quantità: 1
Da:
Valutazione libreria
Descrizione libro Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. 1st Edition. First printing. Not price-clipped. No markings or inscriptions. Book and dust jacket overall in really good condition, with the exception of a one-inch 'pressure/imprint' mark on the front. Please ask for photo. Codice articolo 000333
Compra usato
EUR 10,18
Convertire valuta