{"title":"Stephen Mack Jones","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of \u003cem\u003eStephen Mack Jones\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed author renowned for his gripping crime and thriller novels. Delve into narratives that are as compelling as they are thought-provoking, each penned with a unique voice that captures the essence of Detroit's rich and complex landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJones, a master storyteller, vividly brings to life the streets of Detroit in his acclaimed series. His novels are not just about solving crimes but also about exploring the intricate layers of society, identity, and justice. One of his prominent books, \u003cem\u003eLives Laid Away\u003c\/em\u003e, is a testament to his ability to weave social commentary seamlessly with pulse-pounding suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eLives Laid Away\u003c\/em\u003e, follow the relentless detective August Snow as he untangles a web of corruption and prejudice, set against the backdrop of a city trying to redefine itself. Jones' captivating prose and deft characterisation ensure that readers are not only entertained but also inspired to reflect on the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection of Stephen Mack Jones' works is perfect for aficionados of crime and thriller genres seeking narratives that challenge and engage. Immerse yourself in stories that boast striking authenticity and explore the depths of human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the world of Stephen Mack Jones and uncover tales that are as thrilling as they are enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lives-laid-away-by-stephen-mack-jones-9781616959593","title":"Lives Laid Away","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetroit ex-cop August Snow takes up vigilante justice when his beloved neighbourhood of Mexicantown is caught in the crosshairs of a human trafficking scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the body of an anonymous young Hispanic woman dressed as Queen Marie Antoinette is dredged from the Detroit River, the Detroit Police Department wants the case closed out fast. Wayne County Coroner Dr. Bobby Falconi gives the woman's photo to his old pal August Snow, insisting August show it around his native Mexicantown to see if anyone recognises her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAugust's good friend Elena, a prominent advocate for undocumented immigrants, recognises the woman immediately. Her story is one the authorities don't want getting around—and she's not the only young woman to have disappeared during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid, only to turn up dead a few weeks later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePreyed upon by the law itself, the people of Mexicantown have no one to turn to. August Snow, ex-police detective, will not sit by and watch his neighbours suffer in silence. In a guns-blazing wild ride across Detroit, from its neo-Nazi biker hole-ups to its hip-hop recording studios, its swanky social clubs to its seedy nightclubs, August puts his own life on the line to protect the community he loves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46549868216556,"sku":"9781616959593","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19358163482763.jpg?v=1749932190"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/stephen-mack-jones.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}