Tod Goldberg Boeken

Exploring the surreal lives of individuals on the fringes, this collection features twelve stories that delve into the complexities of love and madness. Characters range from a man haunted by an Elvis photo to a troubled boy genius, each tale infused with drama, mystery, and humor. Themes of redemption, hope, and violence intertwine, revealing the stark truths of human experience. Through these narratives, the author crafts a vivid portrayal of those grappling with their realities and seeking connection amidst chaos.

Blending humor with poignant moments, the narrative showcases Goldberg's exceptional storytelling skills. The book explores complex emotions and relationships, inviting readers into a world where laughter and sorrow coexist. Through engaging characters and relatable situations, it delivers a profound yet entertaining experience, highlighting the intricacies of life in a unique setting.

Ex-covert operative Michael Weston must repay favors to local money launderer Barry, who introduces him to Bruce, a former gentleman thief. Bruce's latest heist against the Ghouls motorcycle gang has put him in danger, and Michael must find a way to resolve the situation before it's too late.

It's been two years since legendary Chicago hitman Sal Cupertine disappeared into the guise of Las Vegas Rabbi David Cohen. It's September 2001 and for David, everything is coming up gold. But Sal wants out. He's got money stashed in safe-deposit boxes all over the city. He's looking at places to escape to, Mexico or maybe Argentina. He only needs to make it through Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and he'll have enough money to slip away, grab his wife and kid and start fresh.

Raymond Carver meets Elmore Leonard in this extraordinary collection of contemporary crime writing set in the critically acclaimed Gangsterland universe, a series called "gloriously original" by The New York Times Book Review. With gimlet-eyed cool and razor-sharp wit, these spare, stylish stories from a master of modern crime fiction assemble a world of gangsters and con men, of do-gooders breaking bad and those caught in the crossfire. The uncle of an FBI agent spends his life as sheriff in different cities, living too close to the violent acts of men; a cocktail waitress moves through several desert towns trying to escape the unexplainable loss of an adopted daughter; a drug dealer with a penchant for karaoke meets a talkative lawyer and a silent clown in a Palm Springs bar. Witty, brutal, and fast-paced, these stories expand upon the saga of Chicago hitman-turned-Vegas-rabbi Sal Cupertine--first introduced in Gangsterland and continued in Gangster Nation--while revealing how the line between good and bad is often a mirage.

The story delves into a husband's psychological unraveling as he revisits the isolated lake house tied to his family's tragedy. Following the mysterious disappearance of his estranged wife, he grapples with haunting memories and the profound loss of their daughter. The setting amplifies his descent into confusion and despair, blurring the lines between reality and his fractured psyche. As he confronts his past, the narrative explores themes of grief, isolation, and the struggle for clarity amidst chaos.

Sal Cupertine is a legendary hit man for the Chicago Mafia, able to get in and out of a crime without a trace. Until now, that is. His first-ever mistake forces Sal to botch an assassination, killing three undercover FBI agents in the process. This puts too much heat on Sal, and he knows this botched job will be his death sentence to the Mafia. So he agrees to their radical idea to save his own skin; hide out as a Rabbi in Las Vegas.

The story revolves around Father Santiago, a reformed gang member turned philanthropist, who faces a dilemma when his past threatens to resurface. Pressured by his former gang to assist them or risk exposure of his criminal history, he turns to his old friend, Michael Westen, a skilled covert operative. The narrative explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the struggle between one's past and present, as Santiago seeks a way out of his predicament without involving the authorities.

Michael Westen, a former covert operative, takes on a high-stakes mission involving Paolo Fornelli, a yacht helmsman in a prestigious race. The catch? Paolo's family is held hostage, and he must strategically lose the race to secure their release. Set against a backdrop of gambling and elite competition, the story unfolds with intense pressure and moral dilemmas, as Michael navigates the dangerous waters of high-class intrigue while racing against time to save Paolo's loved ones.

Covert spy Michael Westen has found himself in forced seclusion in Miami-and a little paranoid. Watched by the FBI, cut off from intelligence contacts, and with his assets frozen, Weston is on ice with a warning: stay there or get "disappeared." Driven to find out who burned him and why, he's biding his time helping people with nowhere else to turn. People like socialite Cricket O'Connor whose own husband has vanished, along with her fortune...