Tishomingo Blues
Tishomingo Blues by Elmore Leonard, published by Penguin in 2003, is a work of fiction that intertwines elements of mystery and crime. The story follows Dennis Lenahan, a high diver at the Tishomingo Lodge and Casino, who witnesses a murder while performing his act. As he navigates this dangerous situation, he encounters Robert Taylor, a gangster from Detroit with ties to the Dixie Mafia and a penchant for the blues, complicating his life further.
In this edition, readers will find a narrative that explores themes of danger and deception against a Southern backdrop. Dennis must rely on his nerves and judgment as he becomes embroiled in a world of crime and intrigue. The novel delves into the dynamics between the characters as they confront the realities of their choices, with the tension escalating as the plot unfolds. With 320 pages, this edition offers a comprehensive look at Leonard’s storytelling, capturing the essence of suspense and character-driven drama.
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Dennis Lenahan is a high diver. He drops from an eighty-foot perch into nine feet of water at the Tishomingo Lodge and Casino just along from the Mississippi river. It’s no sweat and the girls think he’s pretty cool. However, when Dennis witnesses a murder from his perch, life gets shaky. Maybe he’s gonna need more than strong nerves to see him through this one. & Then he meets Robert Taylor, a smooth-talking gangster from Detroit with a passion for the blues and a hustle involving the Dixie Mafia and a Civil War battle re-enactment. Robert takes Dennis under his wing – he needs a man who can stay cool under pressure. But when the guns start firing, Dennis needs to know who’s shooting blanks and who’s using the real thing . . .
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