Lorenzo Carcaterra ist ein Meistererzähler, dessen Werke mit schonungsloser Ehrlichkeit in die Tiefen menschlicher Erfahrungen eintauchen. Seine Schriften erforschen oft Themen wie Loyalität, Verrat und komplexe Moralvorstellungen und verweben geschickt fesselnde Handlungsstränge mit tiefgründigen Charakterstudien. Durch seinen unverwechselbaren Stil fängt er die rohe Realität des städtischen Lebens ein und berührt gleichzeitig universelle Themen wie Ehre und Überleben. Carcaterras Fähigkeit, den rauen, aber sensiblen Kern menschlicher Beziehungen darzustellen, macht ihn zu einer einzigartigen Stimme.
Die wahre Geschichte einer glücklichen Jugend und einer teuflischen Rache. Unzertrennlich sind vier Freunde, die im New Yorker Stadtteil Hell's Kitchen aufwachsen. Sie sind die Könige in ihrem Viertel und denken nicht an morgen. Bis sie eines Tages beinahe einen Menschen töten. Sie werden für ein Jahr in das Erziehungsheim Wilkinson Home eingewiesen, wo die Brutalität der Aufseher ihr Leben von Grund auf verändert. Doch viele Jahre später treffen sie sich wieder - und schmieden einen Plan . . . Verfilmt mit Brad Pitt, Robert DeNiro, Dustin Hoffman u. a.
New York 1996. Am Sterbebett des 90-jährigen Mafiabosses Angelo Vestieri treffen sie sich zum ersten Mal: Mary, die Geliebte Angelos, und sein einstiges Pflegekind Gabe. In ihren Erinnerungen lebt eine Zeit wieder auf, in der mächtige Paten das Schicksal ganzer Städte in ihren Händen hielten.
The story of San Quentin death-row inmate Darrell Standing, who escapes the horror of prison life--and long stretches in a straitjacket--by withdrawing into vivid dreams of past lives, including incarnations as a French nobleman and an Englishman in medieval Korea. Based on the life and imprisonment of Jack London's friend Ed Morrell
The book offers a heartfelt exploration of deep connections and relationships, likening its emotional depth to a satisfying Italian meal. It serves as a powerful tribute to the bonds that unite individuals, presenting a narrative filled with intensity and warmth. Through its rich storytelling, it captures the essence of love, loyalty, and the human experience, inviting readers to reflect on their own ties with others.
The story features Nonna Maria, a delightful amateur sleuth, as she embarks on a quest to exonerate her goddaughter while unraveling the mysterious history of an unidentified victim. This engaging mystery weaves together themes of loyalty and justice, showcasing Nonna Maria's determination and charm as she navigates the complexities of the case. Lorenzo Carcaterra, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, crafts a captivating narrative that promises to keep readers intrigued.
"As one of the NYPD's most trusted 'tin badges'--retired detectives brought in to solve cases that are beyond the reach of the everyday force--Tank Rizzo has faced off against some of the city's toughest criminals without breaking a sweat. To tackle a case involving a dangerous kingpin known as Gonzo, Tank turns to his best friend and ex-partner, Pearl; a former mobster living out a seemingly quiet retirement as the owner of Tank's favorite Italian restaurant; and a team of expert misfits he would trust with his life. But Gonzo will stop at nothing to defend the empire he's built, and won't hesitate to make it personal.Then Tank gets a call telling him that his brother and sister-in-law, estranged from him for many years, have been killed in a horrific car accident. Tank is the only family left for his orphaned teenage nephew, Chris, although he knows his lifestyle is ill-suited to win him father of the year. Chris moves in with Tank, and the two circle each other warily. It's only when Chris reveals an interest in true crime and a genius-level skill with computers that they begin to bond. Chris's skills may be exactly what Tank's team needs to take Gonzo down--but getting him involved could put his life at risk."--Provided by publisher
If there's one kind of person Tank Rizzo hates most in this world, it's a dirty cop. Criminals are at least honest about being dishonest; dirty cops are a disgrace to the badge they carry. Detective Eddie Kenwood is one such disgrace. He's got the highest signed-confession rate in the NYPD and a distinguished career built on putting men behind bars--whether they're guilty or not doesn't matter much to him. When Tank's partner, Pearl, tells him about an old family friend Kenwood put in jail for a murder he didn't commit, Tank and Pearl vow to take Kenwood down. Also in need of a takedown: the money-laundering accounting firm where Tank's brother used to work--before he mysteriously died, leaving Tank the sole guardian of his nephew, Chris. Chris smells a rat, and enlists Tank's help to bring the men who had his father killed to justice. Working two big cases means getting out the big guns, and Tank assembles his A-team. With help from a retired mobster, a professional boxer, a Chelsea psychic, a dog named Gus, and the U.S. Attorney--not to mention his and Pearl's own quick wits and Chris's burgeoning skills as a computer whiz--Tank gears up to take on his most dangerous and personal cases to date
In Naples, Italy, during four crucial days in the fall of 1943, the city lies in ruins, inhabited only by abandoned children whose sole aim is survival. These lost souls transform into fearless fighters, unexpectedly becoming heroes of World War II. Set in late September, as the war in Europe nears its end, Italy is in chaos, with Mussolini arrested and the German army retreating. Adults have been taken to work camps or worse, leaving behind children, some as young as ten, armed with limited weapons and their own ingenuity. Determined to defend their city from the advancing enemy, these orphans and hidden children resolve to fight back or die trying. Among them is Vincenzo Soldari, a sixteen-year-old history enthusiast eager to lead; Carlo Maldini, a middle-aged drunk seeking redemption; and his daughter Nunzia, who helps him regain his self-respect while falling for an American G.I. Corporal Steve Connors, stranded on reconnaissance, must assist the street boys, while Colonel Rudolph Van Klaus, a Nazi commander, grapples with his mission's brutality. This novel portrays the resilience of youth amid violence, deepening themes of courage and survival, and serves as a powerful tribute to the underdog in the context of World War II.
This is the return of the Apaches - a cadre of controversial, adrenaline-junkie former NYPD cops, first introduced in Lorenzo Carcaterra's previous novel APACHES. In this sequel, set three years after the events in the first novel, the surviving members of the team reunite to continue their battle against crime. Their new adventure starts with the machine-gun murder of innocent bystanders in a Manhattan restaurant. This incident ultimately propels our heroes into an investigation of a Colombian drug cartel responsible for the selling and distribution of millions of kilos of cocaine. Joining the group in this mission are three new Apaches: Ash, a wounded female Hispanic cop with a speciality in arson investigations; Quincy, an HIV-positive recruit who is a specialist in forensics; and Bruno, a retired police dog who is a gold-shield detective, highly decorated for his skills at sniffing out illegal drugs. It's the Apaches versus the drug lords in an all-out New York City street war.
