Clete

In this latest installment of the Detective Dave Robicheaux series by James Lee Burke, Clete Purcel, Dave's longtime friend and partner, takes center stage as he confronts ruthless drug smugglers linked to a personal tragedy. When Clete discovers his car has been ransacked by thugs connected to the drug trade, he is driven to seek justice for his grandniece, who succumbed to a fentanyl overdose. Amidst investigating a dark past with a mysterious woman named Clara Bow, Clete navigates shocking hallucinations and intertwining criminal schemes that threaten to spiral out of control. This gripping narrative blends violence with Clete’s humor, offering a fresh perspective on a beloved series.