Mickey Spillane
Mickey Spillane was an American author known for his best-selling crime novels featuring the tough-guy detective character Mike Hammer. Born on March 9, 1918, in Brooklyn, New York, Spillane began his career writing for comic books before publishing his first novel, 'I, the Jury,' in 1947. His work is characterized by its fast-paced, action-packed storytelling and has been influential in the hard-boiled detective genre. Spillane passed away on July 17, 2006, but his legacy continues through his enduring literary contributions.
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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