Tom Epperson Libri

Wall Street Journal - "Mr. Epperson, a veteran screenwriter as well as a novelist, keeps readers guessing until the very last." Roberto, a young left-wing South American journalist, receives an ominous phone call: leave the country in ten days, or die. Roberto is being targeted because of a series of articles he's written exposing government corruption and violence at the highest levels. Roberto believes the voice on the other end of the phone and has every intention of leaving, as soon as he follows a lead on a major story developing in the jungle: thousands of innocent lives are at stake. The book follows him on his perilous journey into the heart of darkness in pursuit of his story. Unknowingly, Roberto is headed toward a confrontation with an evil darker than he could possibly have imagined.

Set against a backdrop of crime and intrigue, this debut novel promises a thrilling narrative in the vein of classic noir. With a gripping plot and richly developed characters, it captures the essence of the genre, drawing readers into a world of suspense and moral ambiguity. The story's cinematic adaptation, featuring Casey Affleck and directed by Ridley Scott, hints at its compelling nature and broad appeal.

Set against the backdrop of Hollywood, the story follows Dustin Prewitt, a charming screenwriter whose life takes a dramatic turn when his eccentric movie star wife, Laura, vanishes, leaving behind a cryptic suicide note. While Dustin contemplates his newfound wealth, he unexpectedly falls for Penny, a down-to-earth animal rescuer. As he navigates his feelings and the uncertainty surrounding Laura's fate, he faces a dilemma: choose between the allure of wealth and the genuine connection with Penny.

Sechs Profikiller. Einer schlimmer als der andere. Sie jagen eine junge Frau und ihr Kind. Erst heiratete sie einen Mafioso. Dann brachte sie ihn in den Knast. Nun ist Gina mit ihrem Sohn auf der Flucht, quer durch die USA. Eigentlich ohne jede Chance. Denn Gina ahnt nicht, dass ein Peilsender an ihrem Wagen klebt. Doch dann lernen die beiden Gray kennen, einen schweigsamen Traveller. Auch Gray wird gejagt, von den Geistern seiner Vergangenheit. Und Gina erkennt: Der softe Aussteiger ist ein Profi im Töten. Und damit ihre einzige Hoffnung.