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Name: The Gutter and the Grave (Hard Case Crime)
Author: Evan Hunter

📘 The Gutter and the Grave (Hard Case Crime) by Evan Hunter

Matt Cordell, a former detective, now resides on the streets of New York, a city where his past mistakes have left a bitter taste. Despite being sober and in pursuit of a new life, he finds himself caught up in the complexities of New York’s criminal underworld. In this gritty world, his skills are put to the test as he navigates through the tangled web of deceit and violence that defines the city.

First publish date: November 29, 2005

Genre: Crime Fiction/Noir

Authors: Evan Hunter

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