'Troublemaker' in the Dave Brandstetter series by Joseph Hansen is a sophisticated mystery novel that follows the protagonist, Dave Brandstetter, as he investigates the murder of a gay bar owner, Rick Wendell. The writing style of Joseph Hansen is described as masterful, with attention to detail evident in every line. The plot is tightly crafted, keeping readers guessing until the end, and the character of Dave Brandstetter is portrayed as the ultimate P.I. - charismatic, clever, sympathetic, and flawed.
delves into societal issues and prejudices of the 1970s era, touching on topics such as prejudice towards African Americans, homosexuals, and hippies. Despite being a gay mystery, Troublemaker is noted for its less explicit approach to sex scenes, focusing more on the intriguing mystery and well-drawn, multi-faceted characters. The narrative style seamlessly incorporates metaphors and descriptive language that enhance the story rather than distract from it.
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Who killed gay bar owner and all-around nice guy Rick Wendell? Was it Larry Johns, the attractive young man found wiping his prints off the still-smoking gun mere moments after the murder? If so, why was Johns naked? And what happened to the large sum of money Wendell had just withdrawn from the bar's bank account? Hard-boiled, openly gay insurance claims investigator Dave Brandstetter aims to find out in Troublemaker, the third volume in Joseph Hansen's legendary and critically acclaimed Brandstetter mystery series.
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