Manhattan Noir

"Akashic Books continues its acclaimed series with this anthology of original noir stories, each set in a unique neighborhood of New York City. Featuring contributions from renowned authors like Jeffery Deaver and Lawrence Block, the collection offers a diverse range of moods and styles, showcasing the multifaceted nature of noir. As noted in the introduction, the book maintains its neighborhood-driven format, highlighting various locations from Inwood to Greenwich Village, and emphasizes that noir transcends a single definition, embodying a distinct perspective on the world."