Charlie Huston

Charlie Huston is an American author known for his crime fiction and horror novels. He has written several series, including the Joe Pitt Casebooks and the Hank Thompson trilogy. His work is characterized by gritty storytelling and a noir style.

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  1. 1. Caught Stealing

    In this gritty and fast-paced thriller, a down-on-his-luck bartender finds himself embroiled in a dangerous web of crime and deceit after a seemingly innocent favor for a neighbor goes awry. As he becomes the target of ruthless criminals and corrupt cops, he must navigate a treacherous urban landscape filled with violence and betrayal. With his life spiraling out of control, he is forced to confront his own past and make desperate choices to survive, leading to a gripping and unpredictable climax.

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  2. 2. Already Dead

    In a gritty, noir-infused urban landscape, the story follows Joe Pitt, a cynical and hard-boiled vampire detective navigating the treacherous underworld of Manhattan. Tasked with solving a series of mysterious murders that threaten the delicate balance between various vampire clans, Joe must confront his own demons and make uneasy alliances to uncover the truth. As he delves deeper into the city's dark secrets, he finds himself caught in a web of deceit and danger, where survival depends on his wits and willingness to embrace the monster within.

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  3. 3. A Dangerous Man

    In this gripping thriller, a former hitman finds himself pulled back into the dangerous world he tried to leave behind. As he navigates the treacherous underworld of crime, he is forced to confront his past and the moral dilemmas that come with it. With a relentless pace and unexpected twists, the story explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the blurred lines between right and wrong, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.

  4. 4. Six Bad Things

    In this gripping thriller, the protagonist, Hank Thompson, finds himself embroiled in a dangerous web of crime and deception after a seemingly simple decision to hide a bag of stolen money leads to unforeseen consequences. Living a quiet life in Mexico, Hank's past catches up with him when a series of violent events forces him to confront ruthless criminals and his own moral dilemmas. As he navigates through a world of betrayal and survival, Hank must rely on his wits and instincts to protect himself and those he cares about, all while grappling with the haunting realization that his choices have set off a chain of six bad things that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear.

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  5. 5. Der Prügelknabe

    In this gripping thriller, the protagonist finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger as he navigates the gritty underbelly of a city teeming with corruption and crime. As a former boxer with a troubled past, he is reluctantly drawn back into the world of underground fighting, where he must confront old enemies and face new threats. With his life on the line, he struggles to protect those he loves while uncovering a conspiracy that reaches far beyond the ring. The narrative is a pulse-pounding exploration of redemption, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of justice in a world where trust is a rare commodity.