New Iberia Blues

Detective Dave Robicheaux meets Desmond Cormier, a successful Hollywood director twenty-five years after they first met. When a young woman is crucified wearing a small chain on her ankle, all evidence points to Cormier, and Robicheaux wants to believe his old friend wouldn't be capable of such a crime. However, Cormier's silence is deafening, and he isn't the only ghost from Robicheaux's past that comes back to haunt him.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 25 July 2019
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Detective Dave Robicheaux first encountered Desmond Cormier on the backstreets of New Orleans. He was a young pretender with dreams of stardom, while Robicheaux had his path all figured out.

Now, twenty-five years later, their roles have reversed. When Robicheaux knocks on Cormier's door, he finds a successful Hollywood director. It seems that dreams can come true. But so can nightmares.

A young woman has been crucified, wearing only a small chain on her ankle, and all the evidence points to Cormier. Robicheaux wants to believe that his old friend wouldn't be capable of such a crime, but Cormier's silence is deafening.

And he isn't the only ghost from Robicheaux's past that comes back to haunt him.

As Robicheaux investigates the murder, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit that stretches all the way to the highest levels of power. He must navigate through a treacherous landscape of political corruption, corporate greed, and personal betrayal to find the truth and bring the killer to justice.

Along the way, Robicheaux is aided by his old friend, Detective Jimmy "Popeye" Stroud, who has his own demons to confront. Popeye is a tough-as-nails cop who has seen it all, but he is also a man with a heart of gold. He is fiercely loyal to Robicheaux and will do anything to help him find the truth.

As the investigation unfolds, Robicheaux and Popeye become increasingly aware of the danger they are in. They are dealing with powerful people who will stop at nothing to protect their interests, and they must be careful not to become collateral damage in the search for justice.

Despite the odds, Robicheaux and Popeye refuse to give up. They are determined to find the truth and bring the killer to justice, no matter the cost.

In the end, Robicheaux and Popeye discover the shocking truth behind the murder. It is a story that will shock and disgust, but it is also a story that will inspire hope and courage.

Detective Dave Robicheaux first met Desmond Cormier on the backstreets of New Orleans. He was a young pretender with dreams of stardom, while Robicheaux had his path all figured out.

Now, twenty-five years later, their roles have reversed. When Robicheaux knocks on Cormier's door, he finds a successful Hollywood director. It seems that dreams can come true. But so can nightmares.

A young woman has been crucified, wearing only a small chain on her ankle, and all the evidence points to Cormier. Robicheaux wants to believe that his old friend wouldn't be capable of such a crime, but Cormier's silence is deafening.

And he isn't the only ghost from Robicheaux's past that comes back to haunt him.

As Robicheaux investigates the murder, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit that stretches all the way to the highest levels of power. He must navigate through a treacherous landscape of political corruption, corporate greed, and personal betrayal to find the truth and bring the killer to justice.

Along the way, Robicheaux is aided by his old friend, Detective Jimmy "Popeye" Stroud, who has his own demons to confront. Popeye is a tough-as-nails cop who has seen it all, but he is also a man with a heart of gold. He is fiercely loyal to Robicheaux and will do anything to help him find the truth.

As the investigation unfolds, Robicheaux and Popeye become increasingly aware of the danger they are in. They are dealing with powerful people who will stop at nothing to protect their interests, and they must be careful not to become collateral damage in the search for justice.

Despite the odds, Robicheaux and Popeye refuse to give up. They are determined to find the truth and bring the killer to justice, no matter the cost.

In the end, Robicheaux and Popeye discover the shocking truth behind the murder. It is a story that will shock and disgust, but it is also a story that will inspire hope and courage.

Robicheaux and Popeye are two detectives who have been friends for many years. They have worked together on many cases, and have always been able to rely on each other. However, their friendship is tested when they are assigned to investigate a murder that has shaken the city of New Orleans.

The victim is a young woman who was found crucified on the banks of the Mississippi River. The only clue is a small chain on her ankle, which leads the detectives to believe that she was a victim of a serial killer.

As they begin to investigate, they quickly realize that the case is much more complicated than they first thought. The victim had been involved in a shady business deal, and had been blackmailing several powerful people in the city. This leads the detectives to suspect that the murder was not committed by a serial killer, but rather by someone who wanted to silence the victim.

As they continue to investigate, they are faced with a series of obstacles. They are hindered by a corrupt police department, which is willing to do anything to protect its own interests. They are also faced with a powerful businessman who is willing to do anything to keep his secrets hidden.

Despite these obstacles, Robicheaux and Popeye refuse to give up. They are determined to find the truth and bring the killer to justice. They use their skills and knowledge to gather evidence, and eventually piece together the puzzle that leads them to the killer.

In the end, they are able to apprehend the killer and bring him to justice. The case is a triumph for Robicheaux and Popeye, and it shows that even in the face of adversity, they are able to overcome and succeed.

The case also highlights the importance of friendship and loyalty. Robicheaux and Popeye are able to rely on each other in times of crisis, and this helps them to stay focused and motivated. It also shows that even when things seem hopeless, there is always hope for justice.

In conclusion, the case of the crucified woman on the banks of the Mississippi River is a fascinating and complex story that highlights the importance of friendship, loyalty, and justice. Robicheaux and Popeye are two detectives who are determined to find the truth and bring the killer to justice, and their success is a testament to the power of teamwork and determination.

Weight: 322g
Dimension: 195 x 153 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781409176510