Midnight in Memphis A Novel
Midnight in Memphis, a novel by Thomas Dann, is set to be published by Crooked Lane Books on November 18, 2025. This 336-page work is presented in English and delves into the complexities of race and justice in mid-20th century America. The story follows two detectives, Burdett Vance and Eustace Johnson, as they navigate a city fraught with racial tension while pursuing a killer targeting the daughters of affluent white families. Their partnership, born out of necessity, challenges the societal norms of their time as they confront both personal and professional demons.
In this Southern noir thriller, readers will encounter a gripping narrative that intertwines crime and suspense against a backdrop of historical racial inequality and political unrest. As Vance grapples with his past and Johnson faces the realities of being one of the few Black officers on the force, the stakes rise when Vance’s former love becomes the killer’s next victim. The novel explores themes of revenge, justice, and the struggle for a better future, making it a compelling read for those interested in crime, mystery, and the intricacies of Southern life.
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In this Southern noir, two detectives forge an unlikely alliance as they strive to bridge the racial divide and catch a killer hell bent on revenge.
Set against a historical backdrop of mid-century racial inequality and political turmoil, this thriller is perfect for fans of William Kent Krueger and Greg Iles.
1955, Memphis. Homicide detective Burdett Vance is trying to outrun his past, but working in the homicide division always ends up bringing in new waves of horror. Now an unknown killer is reaping retribution for decades of lynching by targeting the daughters of rich white families in Memphis. When Vance is assigned to the case, he’s also put in charge of a new trainee, Officer Eustace Johnson.
Eustace Johnson has been recently “promoted” and as one of the few Black men on the force this is the latest publicity stunt of the police department. Forced to work together, Vance and Johnson must catch the rampaging killer in a city roiling with racial injustice and a fight to control the crumbling local politics.
Then Emmeline Bryce, Vance’s old flame, becomes the killer’s next target. With Emme’s life on the line, Vance and Johnson must confront their deepest fears and darkest desires before the city ignites into chaos and the blissful vision of a better future disappears forever.
Readers of James Lee Burke will delight in this bitingly smart thriller full of intrigue and age-old animosities.
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