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Richard Stark

Dirty Money

Part of "Parker" series

"Dirty Money" by Richard Stark is a thrilling crime novel that follows the story of professional thief Parker, who is double-crossed during a heist and left for dead. Once he recovers, Parker sets out on a mission to track down the people responsible and exact his revenge. Stark, a pseudonym for crime fiction master Donald Westlake, is known for his tight, stripped-down prose and intricate plotting, and "Dirty Money" is no exception. The novel moves at a rapid pace, with each chapter building on the last to create a sense of mounting tension and danger. Parker is a fascinating protagonist, a man of few words and even fewer emotions, who is driven by a single-minded focus on his goals. One of the strengths of "Dirty Money" is the way it explores the criminal underworld and the various players within it. From the small-time hustlers and thugs to the big-time mob bosses, Stark paints a vivid picture of a world where loyalty is a rare commodity and betrayal is always just around the corner. At the same time, "Dirty Money" is also a meditation on the nature of revenge and the cost of obsession. Parker's quest for vengeance takes him down a dark and dangerous path, and it becomes clear that his pursuit of justice may ultimately be his undoing. Overall, "Dirty Money" is a gripping and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With its complex characters, intricate plotting, and thought-provoking themes, it is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and noir...