Dirt A Crime Novel
Dirt A Crime Novel by Scott James, published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform on July 18, 2015, is a work of fiction that immerses readers in the complexities of 1970s Pacific Northwest police work. This edition spans 252 pages and presents a narrative centered around three young police officers in small Oregon towns as they navigate the challenges of their profession and personal lives. The story explores themes of morality and the impact of past actions, particularly as the characters confront the darker aspects of their duties and the consequences of their choices.
In this novel, David, Colin, and Doug grapple with their roles as law enforcement officers while dealing with personal relationships and haunting memories. Colin is determined to solve the murders of two teenage girls, while Doug, a Vietnam veteran, faces the return of a figure from his past seeking forgiveness. As the narrative unfolds, the characters confront the blurred lines between right and wrong, revealing the complexities inherent in their work. Readers will find a detailed portrayal of the era’s police culture and the emotional struggles faced by those who serve, making this a thought-provoking exploration of duty and redemption.
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“There’s a wickedness in some people, an evil that can’t be cured. And there’s no amount of redemption or forgiveness that can bring them back.” In his first novel, Scott James brings 1970’s Pacific Northwest police work to life. It was a time when mustaches and revolvers were standard issue and the rules were more lax, but the policeman’s Oath was the same: Uphold the Law. Three twenty something cops are at the beginning of their careers in two small Oregon towns. They are learning to balance the demands of their chosen profession and the women they love. David is a rising star in his department. Colin is a rookie determined to uncover the truth behind the murders of two teenage girls. Doug is a Vietnam veteran who shoulders heavy guilt and motivation to avenge past wrongs. When an unwanted visitor comes to town asking for forgiveness for his sins in Southeast Asia, Doug’s not so distant past comes racing back to haunt him and the dark secrets from Vietnam teeter on the brink of being exposed. The events that follow challenge the three men’s beliefs about right and wrong as they realize police work is never as black and white as it seems and in the end no one will leave the job unscathed.
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