A Ticket to the Boneyard

A Ticket to the Boneyard by Lawrence Block is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on December 1, 1991. This 384-page novel is presented in English and follows the story of Matthew Scudder, an ex-cop turned private investigator. After lying to a jury twelve years earlier to convict the psychopath James Leo Motley, Scudder finds himself facing the consequences as a series of murders linked to his past begin to unfold.

Readers will encounter a gripping narrative that delves into themes of revenge and redemption as Scudder grapples with his past actions. The story explores the dark undercurrents of his life, where friends, former lovers, and even strangers with his name become targets of a vengeful maniac. This hard-boiled mystery immerses readers in a tense atmosphere, highlighting the complexities of Scudder’s character and the dangerous game he must navigate to confront his demons.