DON WINSLOW – Winslow is hands down one of the most compelling and intelligent crime fiction writers! His razor-sharp prose and gripping narratives are engrossing, though-provoking, and emotionally captivating. Known for his meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Winslow’s novels are dark, brutal, and some of the most violent I’ve read. He intelligently explores the dark underbelly of crime and corruption, painting vivid portraits of flawed heroes and ruthless villains. His highly acclaimed Cartel Trilogy offers a raw and unflinching look at the complexities of the drug war, earning him a place among the genre’s most revered authors. With a career spanning over two decades, Winslow continues to thrill and challenge readers, solidifying his legacy as a master of crime fiction . . . in these moments, the lines blur, and the simple pleasure of coffee becomes an essential companion to the thrill of the chase and the exploration of the human psyche’s darkest corners.
My rating: 4/5 stars. City in Ruins by Don Winslow is a gritty, engrossing, and captivating finale to the Danny Ryan trilogy, written by one of America’s most compelling storytellers. Reading this book was a bittersweet experience for me. Winslow, known for his exceptional crime fiction, delivers a solid conclusion to the trilogy, marking the…
My rating: 4/5 stars. City on Fire by Don Winslow is a gritty and captivating story from one of America’s most engaging storytellers. Winslow masterfully writes about crime, the mafia, drug lords, and cartels like few others today. While I don’t often read mafia books, I couldn’t resist this trilogy, especially knowing it will be…
My rating: 5/5 stars. Wow! The Border is the stunning conclusion to the brilliant Cartel trilogy by Don Winslow. Thank you, Mr. Winslow for using fiction to tell this important, horrifying, and powerful story. It was endlessly engaging and one of the most exciting, disturbing, and informative reads for me this year. The Border is…
My rating: 5/5 stars. The Cartel by Don Winslow is extraordinary! Winslow’s sustained effort of imagination, research, and outstanding writing skills is unparalleled in crime fiction. While undeniably a crime thriller, The Cartel transcends the genre to offer a thought-provoking and harrowing exploration of the War on Drugs. Using fiction as his tool, Winslow masterfully…
My rating: 5/5 stars. The Power of the Dog by Don Winslow is crime fiction at its best! I’ve read that although Winslow initially didn’t plan to write a trilogy, the ongoing atrocities related to the War on Drugs compelled him to continue, resulting in the acclaimed Cartel Trilogy. Winslow is a brilliant storyteller and…
My rating: 5/5 stars. The Force by Don Winslow is crime fiction at its best! Winslow is a brilliant storyteller and his writing is absolutely addictive. The Force is a gritty, dark, complex story of a New York City police detective’s descent into corruption, exploring moral decay within the police department, judicial system, and city…