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Gravesend

By William Boyle
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Gravesend by William Boyle is a gripping crime and thriller novel set in the gritty neighbourhood of Gravesend, Brooklyn. The story revolves around a young man named Ray Boy Calabrese who is returning home after serving time for a crime that deeply affected the community. Meanwhile, several interconnected characters, each with their own desires and burdens, are swept up in a web of tension and potential violence, capturing the raw essence of urban life and the profound influence of the past.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gritty, character-driven crime stories set in vividly depicted urban landscapes. The rich tapestry of interconnected lives explores themes of crime, redemption, and the irresistible pull of familiar surroundings. Its intricate narrative will captivate those who appreciate deep dives into the human psyche wrapped in a thrilling plot.

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Gravesend

Ray Boy Calabrese is back in Gravesend: some people worship him, some want him dead ... but none more so than the ex-con himself.

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Shortlisted for CWA John Creasey Debut Dagger 2018

Ray Boy Calabrese is back in Gravesend: some people worship him, some want him dead... but none more so than the ex-con himself.

Ray Boy Calabrese is released from prison 16 years after his actions led to the death of a young man. The victim's brother, Conway D'Innocenzio, is a 29-year-old Brooklynite wasting away at a local Rite Aid, stuck in the past and still howling for Ray Boy's blood.

When the chips are down and the gun is drawn, Conway finds that he doesn't have murder in him. Thus begins a spiral of self-loathing and soul-searching into which he is joined by Alessandra, a failed actress caring for her widowed father, and Eugene, Ray Boy's hellbound nephew.

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Gravesend by William Boyle is highly praised for its raw and poetic writing, delivering a dark and gripping tale filled with themes of revenge and family ties. The novel is lauded for its energy and poignant rhythm, making it a compelling read for fans of literary crime fiction. With a style reminiscent of authors like David Goodis and Dennis Lehane, the book is described as emotionally engaging and resonant with its audience.

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ISBN: 9780857301284

Publisher: Bedford Square Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 January 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: No Exit Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction William Boyle

About the Author

William Boyle is the author of eight books set in and around the southern Brooklyn neighbourhood of Gravesend, where he was born and raised. His books have been nominated for the Hammett Prize, the John Creasey (New Blood) Dagger Award in the UK, and the Grand Prix de Littérature Policière in France, and they have been included on best-of lists in Washington Post, CrimeReads, and more. He currently lives in Oxford, Mississippi.

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