Slam the Big Door A Novel
Slam the Big Door by John D. MacDonald, published by Random House Publishing Group on February 11, 2014, is a reprint edition comprising 288 pages. This novel explores the complex relationship between two friends, Mike Rodenska and Troy Jamison, as they navigate the challenges of life and personal demons. After a long absence, Mike visits Troy in Florida, only to discover that beneath Troy’s seemingly carefree lifestyle lies a troubling reality marked by addiction and emotional turmoil.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of friendship, loss, and the struggle against self-destructive behavior. As Mike investigates the reasons behind Troy’s downward spiral, the story unfolds with elements of mystery and suspense, reflecting the hard-boiled style characteristic of MacDonald’s work. This edition invites readers to engage with the intricacies of human relationships and the consequences of choices made in moments of weakness.
Official synopsis Publisher
Is it possible to save a man from himself? Acclaimed novelist John D. MacDonald unfolds the dramatic story of two friends who go their separate ways—and who may be unable to stop themselves from repeating fatal mistakes.
Introduction by Dean Koontz
When Mike Rodenska, a former journalist still grieving the loss of his wife, pays his old war buddy Troy Jamison a long overdue visit in Florida, he’s shocked at what he finds. Behind the indulgent exterior of Troy’s lush beach life—the parties, the year-round suntans, the shapely women, the infectious devil-may-care attitude of Troy and his friends—Mike senses inevitable disaster.
Troy surrendered his life to drink once before. But now his second marriage is failing, his career is in shambles, his stepdaughter is making passes at him, and he seems to be losing his mind. The only question is: Why? His old friend’s downfall is one story that Mike feels compelled to investigate—for Troy’s sake, and for his own.
Praise for John D. MacDonald
“John D. MacDonald was the great entertainer of our age, and a mesmerizing storyteller.”—Stephen King
“John D. MacDonald is a shining example for all of us in the field. Talk about the best.”—Mary Higgins Clark
“John D. MacDonald created a staggering quantity of wonderful books, each rich with characterization, suspense, and an almost intoxicating sense of place.”—Jonathan Kellerman
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