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A Private Cathedral

Series: Dave Robicheaux
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A Private Cathedral by James Lee Burke delves into the gritty world of Louisiana detective Dave Robicheaux as he becomes entangled in a feud between two crime families. Set against the hauntingly atmospheric backdrop of the American South, the narrative explores themes of love, power, and the supernatural. The book is rich with Burke's signature lyrical prose, immersing readers in a story of vengeance and redemption.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a richly woven tapestry of crime, thriller, and a touch of the supernatural. It delves into dark and mysterious themes with complex characters, delivering a gripping narrative that keeps you on edge with its blend of historical and contemporary elements. If you relish atmospheric storytelling laced with deep philosophical musings, this could be your next thrilling read.

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A Private Cathedral

Detective Dave Robicheaux is back in his most difficult case yet.

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Detective Dave Robicheaux is caught in the crossfire of Louisiana's oldest and bloodiest gangland feud...

From the wreckage of Louisiana's oldest family rivalry, Detective Dave Robicheaux faces his most sinister enemy yet.

Isolde and Johnny - the star-crossed teenage heirs to New Iberia's criminal empires - have run away together, and Robicheaux is tasked with finding them. But when his investigation brings him too close to both Isolde's mother and her father's mistress, the venomous mafioso orders a hit on Robicheaux and his partner, Clete Purcel.

In order to rescue the young lovers, and save himself, Robicheaux must face a terrifying time-traveling superhuman hitman capable of inflicting horrifying hallucinations on his victims, and overcome the demons that have tormented him his whole life.

A Private Cathedral is a masterful addition to James Lee Burke's storied series featuring Detective Dave Robicheaux, blending suspense, crime, and the supernatural.

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James Lee Burke's A Private Cathedral, known for its dense, atmospheric storytelling, invites readers into a richly detailed underworld. The book has been praised for its high standard within the crime and thriller genre, so those unfamiliar with Burke's work are encouraged to explore his unique narrative style and engrossing plots.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409199489

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 December 2020

Country: United Kingdom

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

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 271g

Pages: 384

About the Author

James Lee Burke is the author of many novels, and the critically-acclaimed, bestselling Detective Dave Robicheaux series. He won the Edgar Award for both Cimarron Rose and Black Cherry Blues, and Sunset Limited was awarded the CWA Gold Dagger. Two For Texas was adapted for television, and Heaven's Prisoners and In the Electric Mist for film. Burke has been a Breadloaf Fellow and Guggenheim Fellow, has been awarded the Grand Master Award by the Mystery Writers of America and has been nominated for a Pulitzer award. He lives with his wife, Pearl, in Missoula, Montana.

www.jamesleeburke.com

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