Hot Springs A Novel
Hot Springs A Novel by Stephen Hunter, published by Simon and Schuster on April 26, 2022, is a 576-page work of fiction that immerses readers in the tumultuous landscape of 1940s Arkansas. The narrative follows Earl Swagger, a decorated ex-Marine grappling with personal demons and the weight of impending fatherhood, as he confronts the rampant corruption and organized crime in Hot Springs. The story unfolds against a backdrop of lawlessness, where Swagger is tasked with dismantling the mob’s grip on the city.
Readers will encounter a gripping tale filled with action and adventure, as Earl Swagger navigates the challenges of his mission amidst escalating violence and moral dilemmas. The novel delves into themes of integrity and melancholy, set during a time when American justice is under siege. With elements of mystery and detective work woven throughout, this edition offers a detailed exploration of a pivotal moment in history, showcasing the complexities of its characters and the gritty realities of their world.
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The undisputed master of the tough thriller, New York Times bestselling author Stephen Hunter delivers an “exciting and intelligent” (The Wall Street Journal) masterpiece set in 1940s Arkansas, where law and corruption ricochet like slugs from a .45 automatic.
Earl Swagger is tough as hell. But even tough guys have their secrets. Plagued by the memory of his abusive father, apprehensive about his own impending parenthood, Earl is a decorated ex-Marine of absolute integrity—and overwhelming melancholy. Now he’s about to face his biggest, bloodiest challenge yet.
It is the summer of 1946, organized crime’s garish golden age, when American justice seems to have gone to seed for good. Nowhere is this truer than in Hot Springs, Arkansas, the reigning capital of corruption. When the district attorney vows to bring down the mob, Earl is recruited to run the show. As casino raids erupt into nerve-shattering combat amid screaming prostitutes and fleeing johns, the body count mounts—along with the suspense in this “riveting” (Los Angeles Times), “richly told tale” (The San Francisco Examiner).
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