A Ticket To The Boneyard by Lawrence Block

In this gripping crime thriller, a former detective is thrust back into a world he thought he had left behind when a dangerous figure from his past resurfaces, threatening not only his life but also the lives of those he holds dear. As he navigates the dark underbelly of New York City, he must confront old demons and unravel a web of deceit and betrayal. With time running out, he races against the clock to stop a relentless adversary, all while grappling with his own inner turmoil and the haunting memories of a case that nearly destroyed him.