Who Would Like This Book:
Fans of twisty mysteries, political intrigue, and darkly comic writing will have a blast with this one. Ross Thomas delivers sharp wit, tangled motives, and a complex plot that keeps you guessing - which is probably why it won the Edgar Award. If you enjoy clever detectives, murky politics, and characters with more secrets than sense, you'll find Briarpatch an irresistible read.
Who May Not Like This Book:
If you're after a tidy, clear-cut ending or dislike books with open threads, you might find this one unsatisfying. Some readers found the plot a bit hard to follow, and a few felt the characters or twists weren't super fresh if you're a seasoned thriller fan. Also, the book does show some '80s hallmarks in style and dialogue, which may not be to everyone’s taste.
About:
'Briarpatch' by Ross Thomas follows Ben Dill, a man who returns home to investigate the assassination of his police detective sister, Felicity Dill. As he delves into the case, he uncovers a web of politics, crime, and corruption in his hometown, which leads to a complex and suspenseful plot. The narrative style is described as cool and engaging, drawing readers into a story filled with intrigue, manipulation, and unexpected twists. is set in an unnamed city, reminiscent of Oklahoma City, with well-developed characters and a gritty, realistic setting that adds depth to the novel.
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Content warnings include violence and themes of murder and corruption.
From The Publisher:
"America's best storyteller." -The New York Times Book Review
From Edgar Award-winning author Ross Thomas comes Briarpatch, a thrilling mystery of one man's personal mission to find justice for his family. Now, the basis for the USA Network television series executive produced by Sam Esmail, creator of Mr. Robot, starring Rosario Dawson.
A long-distance call from his small Texas hometown on his birthday gives Benjamin Dill the news that his sister Felicity-born on the same day exactly ten years apart-has died in a car bomb explosion. She was a homicide detective who had perhaps made one enemy too many over the course of her career.
Unwilling to let local law enforcement handle the investigation, Dill arrives in town that night to begin his dogged search for his sister's killer. What he finds is no surprise to him as he begins to unravel town secrets, because Benjamin Dill is never surprised at what awful things people will do.
Featuring an Introduction by New York Times bestselling author Lawrence Block
Edgar Award Winner for Best Novel
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(watched USA series // no interest in reading book)
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About the Author:
ROSS THOMAS is the author of over twenty-five critically acclaimed novels. His debut, The Cold War Swap, was written in under six weeks and won an Edgar Award for Best First Novel, and Briarpatch won an Edgar Award for Best Novel. He's also written under the name Oliver Bleeck.
Thomas died in 1995 at the age of 69 in Santa Monica, California.
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