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Troublemaker (A Dave Brandstetter Mystery)

Name: Troublemaker (A Dave Brandstetter Mystery)
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Book Synopsis: Love and money are the easy motives in the death of a California beachfront nightclub owner, but death claims investigator Dave Brandstetter is certain of one thing: the case is going to be far from easy and the police have it all wrong. Rick Wendell wouldn’t hurt a flea. The big, jovial owner of the Hang Ten, a surfing-themed gay bay on the boardwalk, was loved by regulars and new arrivals alike. But Rick was found naked and dead, with a local hustler named Larry Johns standing over him, smoking gun in hand. Wendell’s death is ruled as a homicide and Johns is arrested. Everyone thinks it’s a simple open-and-shut case. Everyone except the death claims investigator, Dave Brandstetter.

Brandstetter, a homosexual himself, doesn’t make the same assumptions about the crime scene and easy story it tells. Larry Johns had enough time to escape had he wanted to. Not to mention Johns lacked any discernable motive, especially since the $200 in Wendell’s wallet was left untouched. In an investigation that takes him from sun-scorched hillside ranches to seedy boardwalk bars, Brandstetter gets to the bottom of a twisty mystery in this hardboiled and entertaining portrait of the ’70s gay culture by groundbreaking poet and award-winning crime writer Joseph Hansen.

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Looking for an engaging and thrilling mystery novel? Look no further than "Troublemaker (A Dave Brandstetter Mystery)"! This page-turner will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. With a captivating plot and a host of intriguing characters, this book is a must-read for any crime fiction fan.

What sets "Troublemaker" apart from other mystery novels is its unique protagonist, Dave Brandstetter, a death claims investigator who is determined to uncover the truth behind a homicide case that has been overlooked by the police. Brandstetter's knowledge of the gay community in 1970s California provides him with a fresh perspective and allows him to see beyond the obvious suspects. His relentless pursuit of justice will leave you guessing until the very end.

Author Joseph Hansen is renowned for his ability to create vivid and believable characters, and "Troublemaker" is no exception. From the larger-than-life nightclub owner Rick Wendell to the enigmatic Larry Johns, each character is perfectly crafted and adds depth to the story. Hansen's rich descriptions of the sun-soaked ranches and gritty boardwalk bars transport the reader to the vibrant world of 1970s gay culture.

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