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In the Electric Mist With Confederate Dead

By James Lee Burke
Series: Dave Robicheaux
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In the Electric Mist With Confederate Dead by James Lee Burke follows Detective Dave Robicheaux as he investigates a series of gruesome murders in the swamps of Louisiana. Haunted by his past and visions of ghostly Confederate soldiers, Robicheaux navigates corruption and violence while seeking justice. His journey intertwines the spectral and the real, challenging him to confront both the case and his own demons.
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You might enjoy this gripping novel if you're intrigued by crime and mysticism entwined with the haunting atmosphere of the Louisiana bayou. The story delves into the complexities of the past and present with a blend of suspense and lyrical prose, making it ideal for those who appreciate a richly woven Southern Gothic thriller.

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In the Electric Mist With Confederate Dead

The sixth Dave Robicheaux novel from SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author James Lee Burke.

Reissued alongside LAST CAR TO ELYSIAN FIELDS James Lee Burke has won the CWA/Macallan Gold Dagger once and the Edgar Award twice His novels have sold over 350,000 copies in paperback alone All his most recent novels have been bestsellers 'Still the greatest, bar none ... there's nothing currently on show to match, let alone better, Burke's latest' LITERARY REVIEW 'James Lee Burke could not write badly if he tried...brilliant' EVENING STANDARD 'James Lee Burke is one of the best - hell, he is the best American crime writer' IRISH TIMES 'When James Lee Burke writes, the little birdies sing, the sun comes out and old men learn to dance again. That's how good he is' INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

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Hunting a sadistic killer who targets young prostitutes, Detective Dave Robicheaux has no mind to be sidetracked into persuading ex-schoolmate mobster Julie 'Baby Feet' Balboni to leave town. And it turns out that Balboni is the money behind a Civil War movie that's bringing in good business.

But then the film crew stumbles on a skeleton out in the bayou, and the links between a thirty-year-old lynching, a Civil War general, Balboni, and the serial killer lead Dave into treacherous waters, with only a handful of unexpected allies to help him protect his own.

In the Electric Mist With Confederate Dead weaves a gripping tale of danger and deceit, challenging Detective Robicheaux as he navigates a tangled web of past and present threats.

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James Lee Burke is celebrated as a distinguished American novelist, noted for his exceptional prose and masterful storytelling. His work is praised for its richly atmospheric settings, particularly the evocative landscapes of New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Burke's narratives are lauded for delving deeply into the human condition, intertwining crime plots with broader societal themes. His characterisation and understanding of human behaviour are often highlighted, establishing him as a leading figure in Southern noir and one of America's eminent crime writers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780752810652

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 October 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 416

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction James Lee Burke Series: Dave Robicheaux

About the Author

James Lee Burke is the author of nineteen previous novels, including twelve featuring Detective Dave Robicheaux. He lives with his wife, Pearl, in Missoula, Montana and New Iberia, Louisiana.

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