Part of the Garrett, P.i. series

Dread Brass Shadows

Name: Dread Brass Shadows
Author: Cook, Glen
ISBN: 9780451450081

by Cook, Glen

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About this book

Garrett, a hard-boiled private detective in the city of TunFaire, is visited by his girlfriend Tinnie Tate and she is stabbed in the street. He and his friend Saucerhead Tharpe chase down the attacker, only to see him killed by a gang with crossbows before he can talk. The only clue is a mention of a book.

A bounty hunter is hunting for it too, and a young woman hires Garrett to find it: a legendary brass book of sorcery that everyone wants. The fifth Garrett, P.I. novel by Glen Cook.

About the author

Cook, Glen

Glen Cook is an American author of science fiction and fantasy novels. He is perhaps best known for his series "The Black Company," which follows a group of mercenaries as they navigate a dark and gritty world full of political intrigue, magic, and violence.Cook's writing style is often praised for its realism and attention to detail, as well as its use of unconventional narrative techniques. He is known for his ability to create complex and morally ambiguous characters, as well as his skill at building immersive and believable worlds.In addition to "The Black Company," Cook has written a number of other novels and series, including the "Dread Empire" series, the "Garrett, P.I." series, and the "Instrumentalities of the Night" series. He has also worked as a freelance writer and editor in the gaming industry, contributing to a number of popular role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons.Overall, Cook is a highly respected and influential figure in the world of science fiction and fantasy literature, known for his gritty and realistic approach to the genre.

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