Mickey Spillane
Mickey Spillane was an American crime novelist, best known for his series of novels featuring his signature detective character, Mike Hammer. His writing style was characterized by its hard-boiled, gritty narrative and tough, no-nonsense protagonists. Spillane's works have sold millions of copies worldwide, making him one of the best-selling authors of the 20th century.
Books
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1. I, The Jury
In this hard-boiled detective novel, a gritty and vengeful private investigator seeks justice for the murder of his best friend, who was killed by a .45 to the stomach. The protagonist navigates a seedy underworld of crime and corruption, encountering seductive femme fatales and ruthless criminals along the way. His relentless pursuit of the truth leads to a shocking revelation and a climactic confrontation, where personal codes of honor and the blurred lines between right and wrong come to a head. The novel is known for its tough-guy dialogue, violent action, and the detective's uncompromising moral compass.
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