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Laws of Annihilation

By Eriq La Salle
Series: Martyr Maker
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In Laws of Annihilation by Eriq La Salle, the story plunges into the gritty world of crime and intrigue where Detective Ash Kane is faced with a shadowy conspiracy manipulating influential figures behind the scenes. As the body count rises, Ash must navigate a web of deception and danger to unravel the sinister schemes at play. The novel captures the relentless pursuit of justice against formidable odds, blending suspense with a gripping narrative.
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This gripping crime and thriller novel might appeal to you if you enjoy intense, high-stakes narratives where a determined investigator faces morally complex challenges. The story cleverly intertwines suspense with deep character development, drawing you into a world where justice and personal dilemmas collide. If you appreciate intricate plots that keep you guessing and exploring the darker shades of human nature, this book could be a thrilling addition to your reading list.

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"Shortly after being diagnosed with terminal cancer, FBI Agent Janet Maclin is facing her toughest case yet. She is assigned to help NYPD detectives, Quincy Cavanaugh and Phee Freeman who are investigating a series of gruesome hate crimes that threaten a city on the brink of a race war. As the body count mounts, time is running out for Maclin in more ways than one"--

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From award-winning actor, producer, and director Eriq La Salle comes the final instalment of the Martyr Maker series, where an FBI agent battling a terminal illness, alongside two NYPD detectives, must investigate a series of hate crimes and murders threatening a city on the brink of a race war.

"Eriq La Salle has emerged as a terrific writer with unique gifts." - Don Winslow, #1 international bestselling author

A war is brewing in New York City, and no one can stop it.

With grit, relentless action, and twists you'll never see coming, Laws of Annihilation is the third instalment in the highly-acclaimed Martyr Maker series by Eriq La Salle.

It's another blistering summer in New York City, and a sweltering heat wave stifles the area. Hostility between the Hasidic and Black communities has been steadily increasing since a tragic incident left a Black teenager dead. When two rabbis are killed in a gruesome attack on their synagogue, it has all the signs of retaliation. The entire city is on edge.

Through it all, Agent Janet Maclin's dreams of becoming the FBI's first female director come crashing down when she receives some devastating news. In spite of it all, she's determined to help NYPD detectives Quincy Cavanaugh and Phee Freeman find the rabbis' killer as more hate crimes put the city on the brink of all-out war. As the body count climbs with the temperature and the tensions, time is running out for Maclin in more ways than one.

Apart from his critically-acclaimed thriller titles, La Salle is a masterful mystery/crime storyteller. He may be best known for his acting roles in productions such as ER, Coming to America, and Logan, but his background in crime fiction was finely honed as he directed and executive produced countless episodes of popular shows such as Law & Order, Law and Order SVU, Law & Order - Organized Crime, CSI - NY, and Chicago PD with Dick Wolf.

Praise for Eriq La Salle's Martyr Maker Series

"Laws of Wrath is all thriller; no filler—a white knuckled treat." - James Patterson, New York Times bestselling author

"Laws of Depravity is a gritty crime thriller, spiritual quest, and love story all woven into one compelling tale." - Publishers Weekly

"Fast paced...Characters are richly textured and none is without faults." - Kirkus Reviews, for Laws of Wrath

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  • Laws of Annihilation
    From award-winning actor, producer, and director Eriq La Salle comes the final instalment of the Martyr Maker series, where an FBI agent battling a terminal illness, alongside two NYPD detectives, must investigate a series of hate crimes and murders threatening a city on the brink of a race war. "Eriq La Salle has emerged as a terrific writer with unique...
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  • Laws of Depravity
    Laws of Depravity
    30 years. 36 priests butchered. Can they stop him before he strikes again? From actor, director, producer, and author Eriq La Salle, comes the first in a heart-pounding crime thriller series. Every ten years, for the past 30 years, a dozen clergymen are killed, brutally murdered in twisted scenes emulating the deaths of Jesus and his disciples. Now, The Martyr...
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Laws of Annihilation by Eriq La Salle is praised for capturing the racial tensions in contemporary New York City with a gripping narrative. Critics commend the author's attention to detail and the thrilling pace, considering it a standout work in the crime and thriller genre. Highlighted as timely, engaging, and an astute exploration of racial conflict, the book has received accolades for its intense and immersive storytelling.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728261065

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 November 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Poisoned Pen Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

ERIQ LA SALLE is an actor, director, producer, and author best known to worldwide television audiences for his portrayal of the commanding Dr. Peter Benton in the award-winning, critically acclaimed medical drama, ER. He was raised in Hartford, Connecticut, and educated at Juilliard and NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.

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