The Gonif

In the latest installment of the Amos Parisman Mystery series, an aging Jewish detective is drawn into a high-stakes heist involving a rare Torah smuggled from North Africa during World War II. As he investigates a break-in at a dilapidated Sephardic temple in Hollywood, he navigates the dangerous realm of international art theft, facing ruthless adversaries willing to commit murder for their desires. The narrative explores themes of wisdom versus materialism, all while delivering a thrilling adventure filled with intrigue and humor.