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Sinner Man

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Sinner Man by Lawrence Block is a gripping tale centred around a man who, after accidentally committing a crime, assumes a new identity in the criminal underworld. As he navigates this dangerous new life, he must cleverly survive amidst deceit and betrayal. The novel explores themes of identity and morality, delivering an intense and suspenseful crime story.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this gripping crime novel if you're drawn to hard-boiled thrillers with a twist. It dives into the gritty world of identity transformation and moral ambiguity, perfect for readers who appreciate fast-paced narratives filled with suspense and complex characters.

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Sinner Man

To escape punishment for a murder he didn't mean to commit, insurance man Don Barshter has to take on a new identity: Nathaniel Crowley, ferocious up-and-comer in the New York mob. But can he find safety in the skin of another man...a worse man...a sinner man...?

Lawrence Block's first crime novel - lost nearly 50 years! "Lawrence Block's novels combine clarity, simplicity, honesty and vividness to create nearly seamless entertainments. The story seems too simple appeared, as a dove seems to simply appeared when a good magician opens his hands" From the award-winning creator of Matthew Scudder (A Walk Among The Tombstones) and an MWA Grand Master. New edition revised by the author.

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To escape punishment for a murder he didn't mean to commit, insurance man Don Barshter has to take on a new identity: Nathaniel Crowley, ferocious up-and-comer in the New York mob.

But can he find safety in the skin of another man... a worse man... a sinner man?

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Lawrence Block's Sinner Man is celebrated as a quintessential noir thriller, capturing the essence of vintage pulp fiction with its hardboiled prose and sharp dialogue. Critics highlight its irresistible appeal as a rediscovered classic, praising its compelling characters and thrilling narrative. It evokes the golden age of paperback crime novels and is recommended for both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785650017

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 December 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 218g

Pages: 240

About the Author

LAWRENCE BLOCK is one of the most acclaimed and highly decorated living mystery writers, having received multiple Edgar, Shamus Awards and Maltese Falcon Awards, as well as lifetime achievement awards in the U.S., UK, and France (including being named a β€œGrand Master” by the Mystery Writers of America, the organization’s highest honor).

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