Burning Angel

In this gripping novel by James Lee Burke, Louisiana detective Dave Robicheaux investigates a murder linked to longstanding land disputes and hidden secrets from the region’s past. As he uncovers connections between local mobsters, a hired assassin, and the Fontenot family, Robicheaux races against time to prevent further violence. The story delves into themes of loyalty, history, and justice within a tense and atmospheric setting.