Peter Bowen staat bekend om zijn misdaadromans die zich afspelen in het moderne Amerikaanse Westen. Geïnspireerd door de verhalen van ruige cowboys die hij als jongeman hoorde, creëert Bowen verhalen vol sfeer van de grensstreek. Zijn kenmerkende personage, Gabriel Du Pré, een wetshandhaver van gemengde afkomst, raakt verstrikt in allerlei zaken, van kille moord tot de jacht op zeldzame fossielen. Bowen combineert meesterlijk spannende detectiveplots met het unieke karakter en de ruige schoonheid van het Westen.
Exploring the nuances of crafting fiction, this collection by a four-time Edgar Award winner delves into the intricacies of storytelling, character development, and the writing process. Block shares his insights and experiences, offering valuable guidance for aspiring writers. The essays reflect on the challenges and joys of writing, making it an essential read for anyone interested in honing their craft and understanding the art behind successful fiction.
This essay collection by a four-time Edgar Award winner delves into the intricacies of crafting fiction. It offers insights into the writing process, exploring techniques, challenges, and the creative journey. Readers will find a wealth of knowledge that reflects the author's extensive experience and mastery of the craft, making it an invaluable resource for aspiring writers and seasoned authors alike.
As gruesomely dismembered corpses of young women are discovered one after another in his small Montana ranching town, Gabriel Du Pre angrily begins the hunt for a murderer and finds that he must try to think like the serial killer in order to catch him.