Will Christopher Baer

Will Christopher Baer is an American author known for his noir fiction. He is best known for his 'Phineas Poe' trilogy, which includes the novels 'Kiss Me, Judas,' 'Penny Dreadful,' and 'Hell's Half Acre.' His work is characterized by its dark, gritty style and complex characters.

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  1. 1. Hell's Half Acre

    Set in a gritty, noir-inspired world, this gripping tale follows Phineas Poe, a former cop with a troubled past, as he navigates a labyrinth of crime and corruption. Drawn into a dangerous underworld, he becomes entangled with a mysterious femme fatale and a series of bizarre, often violent events that blur the lines between reality and hallucination. As Poe delves deeper into the darkness, he must confront his own demons and unravel a complex web of deceit and betrayal, all while trying to maintain his grip on sanity.

  2. 2. Kiss Me, Judas

    A gritty and surreal noir thriller, this novel follows the tumultuous journey of Phineas Poe, a former cop who wakes up in a bathtub missing a kidney after a night with a mysterious woman named Jude. As he navigates the underworld of Denver, grappling with his own demons and the shadowy figures that haunt him, Phineas becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of deceit and obsession. The narrative weaves through a landscape of betrayal and dark desires, challenging the boundaries between reality and hallucination as Phineas seeks to reclaim his life and uncover the truth behind his harrowing ordeal.

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