The Snarl of the Beast: Race Williams #17 (Black Mask)

In "The Beast," detective Race Williams embarks on a perilous manhunt to apprehend a notorious criminal who has become a terrifying presence in the city. Tasked with unraveling the mystery of this cunning and ruthless predator, Race faces one of his most dangerous cases yet as he fights to stay alive. As the 17th installment in the Race Williams series, this tale showcases Carroll John Daly's pioneering contribution to hard-boiled detective fiction, influencing later iconic characters like Mickey Spillane's Mike Hammer. This edition is part of the Black Mask Classic series by Steeger Properties LLC.