Books matching: mafia conspiracy
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Save:City Come a-Walkin' by John Shirley explores a cyberpunk world where San Francisco is creating its own superheroes to combat corruption and organized crime control of finance. The plot revolves around the Mafia's conspiracy to take over the city and the citizen's collective unconscious, embodied in City, fighting back. The book delves into the dangers that affect urban life, portraying City as an amoral entity acting in its own interests to defend the creative diversity that sustains urban life. The writing style, while at times rough, is powerful and thought-provoking, with detailed exploration of cyberpunk concepts and a distinct atmosphere.
Three of the seven men in the conference room were thinking solely about supper just then—seven-thirty p.m. on a Thursday. The other four were thinking about supper and about plans for the evening (on... - #2
Save:"California Fire and Life" by Don Winslow is a thrilling mystery novel that follows the story of Jack Wade, an investigator for California Fire and Life, as he delves into a suspicious fire involving the Russian mafia, shady characters, and a multi-million dollar insurance claim. The book is praised for its fast-paced action, intricate plot twists, and detailed exploration of fire investigations, California real estate, and the criminal underworld. Winslow's writing style is described as engaging, with short, smartass chapters that keep readers hooked and an offbeat narrative voice that adds a unique flair to the storytelling.
One of them’s tall. Looks like one of those Afghan hounds, Tommy thinks, except the guy’s wearing a dark blue suit that has got to be hot standing out there in the desert. The other guy is shorter, bu... - #3
Save:In the book "Erasing Time" by C.J. Hill, twins Taylor and Sheridan find themselves 400 years in the future by mistake, where they encounter a society controlled by the Dakine, a dangerous mafia-like organization. The twins must navigate this future world, filled with computer-generated realities, extinct animals, and a lack of traditional values, while trying to find a way back home. As they unravel the mysteries of this future society, they must also come to terms with the loss of their old lives and the challenges of adapting to a drastically different world.
Echo’s hands moved over the computer control panels in a quick rhythm until an aerial picture of Traventon appeared on the screen. He enlarged the wilderness that bordered the domed city, searching fo... - #4
Save:'The Bratva's Heir' in the series 'Underworld Kings' by Sophie Lark and Jane Henry follows the story of Constantine Rogov, the heir to the local Russian Bratva who is wrongly convicted for the murder of his fiancée. Clare, a clinical psychology resident, becomes involved with Constantine at the prison where she is working, leading to a captivating journey of lies, imprisonment, escape, and retribution. The plot is filled with danger, lust, love, murder, and conspiracy, set in the criminal underworld, with a mix of steamy romance and intense action sequences.
The writing style of the authors is described as effortless and natural, creating characters that are important to the readers and leaving them eager for more. combines elements of a mafia genre with themes typical of the criminal underworld, including brutality, passion, and power struggles, all wrapped up in a fast-paced and exciting narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
(Also, see 24 recommendations for the series Underworld Kings ) - #5
Save:'Kissing My Killer' by Helena Newbury is a thrilling romance novel that follows the story of Gabriella, a master hacker who crosses paths with Alexei, a hitman sent to kill her. However, Alexei finds himself unable to carry out his assignment and instead chooses to protect Gabriella. Together, they embark on a dangerous journey on the run from the Russian mafia, uncovering a conspiracy and facing life-threatening situations. The book is narrated in alternating perspectives between Gabriella and Alexei, offering a direct and powerful insight into their thoughts and emotions as they navigate danger and love.
The plot of 'Kissing My Killer' is fast-paced and filled with action, intrigue, and unexpected twists that keep readers hooked from the first line to the last. The relationship between Gabriella and Alexei evolves from initial tension to a deep connection, showcasing themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice amidst a backdrop of danger and suspense.
I didn’t really want to take a break but I’d been at my screen for ten hours and the other two—Lilywhite and Yolanda—were starting to chant in the chat window:TAKE A BREAK, TAKE A BREAKand refusing to...
