The Distance by Eddie Muller

Set against the gritty backdrop of 1940s New York, this gripping noir tale follows Billy Nichols, a sportswriter who finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of deceit and murder. As he delves deeper into the underworld of boxing, Billy uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. With a sharp eye for detail and a knack for capturing the era's atmosphere, the story explores themes of loyalty, ambition, and the blurred lines between right and wrong, leaving readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.