Burning Angel

In the eighth novel featuring Detective Dave Robicheaux, a mysterious notebook entrusted to him by a street hustler sparks a series of violent events in New Orleans. As Robicheaux delves into a web of secrets involving a murdered girlfriend, guerrilla fighters, and the Mafia, the story offers a compelling and intense portrayal of contemporary America. Praised for its rich prose and gripping narrative, this installment continues James Lee Burke’s legacy as one of America's premier crime writers.