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52 Pickup

By Elmore Leonard
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52 Pickup by Elmore Leonard is a gripping crime thriller that follows the life of a successful businessman who finds himself blackmailed by a ruthless criminal gang. As he navigates the treacherous waters of deceit and extortion, he takes matters into his own hands, leading to a tense and dangerous cat-and-mouse game. The novel expertly blends suspense and action, showcasing Leonard's trademark sharp dialogue and complex characters.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping crime stories filled with suspense and sharp dialogue. It blends the intricacies of a criminal underworld with a tale of blackmail and revenge, offering a thrilling ride with unexpected twists and intriguing characters. It's perfect for readers who appreciate Elmore Leonard's masterful plotting and iconic style.

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52 Pickup

From the bestselling author of GET SHORTY and JACKIE BROWN a thriller spiced with blackmail and revenge.

Elmore Leonard is a fantastic addition to our list of quality crime writing. An iconic figure, he has written well over 20 novels, award-winning film scripts, won numerous major prizes and was named as a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America Phoenix now has the rights to 11 backlist titles and we will be bringing the books out over the course of 2004-6 with a great series cover look. We also have a new hardback coming out in W&N in autumn 2005 Many of Elmore Leonard's novels have been filmed, most notably Get Shorty and Rum Punch (called Jackie Brown and filmed by Quentin Tarantino) 'Elmore Leonard is the crime-writer's crime-writer, king of all he surveys. For sharp plots and spot-on dialogue, he's in a different league' Ian Rankin 'Not just a good storyteller, but also an important novelist...a model of action-writing at its best' Philip Kerr 'The crime laureate' Independent

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Detroit businessman Harry Mitchell is a self-made man, happily married for over twenty-two years and a pillar of the community. But then he slips — he meets a young "model" and begins an affair.

One night he arrives at his girlfriend's apartment and finds more than he bargained for. Two masked men have caught his misdemeanours on camera and now they want a cool hundred grand.

But they've picked the wrong man, because Harry Mitchell doesn't get mad — he gets even.

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52 Pickup by Elmore Leonard is acclaimed for its gripping narrative and complex characters. Many reviews highlight Leonard's skillful blending of suspense and dark humour, creating a tightly woven story that keeps readers engaged. The book's exploration of crime and human motivations receives praise for its authenticity and intensity.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780753819623

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 March 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 224

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Crime & Thriller Elmore Leonard Fiction General Fiction

About the Author

Elmore Leonard has written more than three dozen books during his highly successful career, and many of his novels have been made into bestselling films. He has been named Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America and lives in Bloomfield Village, Michigan, with his wife Christine.

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