Midnight Atlanta

Set in 1955 Atlanta, this crime novel by Thomas Mullen explores a city in upheaval amid Jim Crow and the Red Scare, centering on ex-cop and crime writer Tommy Smith as he navigates the aftermath of his employer’s murder and accusations from corrupt authorities. Alongside resilient Sergeant McInnis, who faces significant career choices, the story delves into themes of racial tension and political intrigue during a tense period in American history. As the protagonists pursue the truth, they encounter a landscape fraught with federal agents, corrupt cops, and criminal elements.