Ozark Dogs: the acclaimed US crime thriller from the award-nominated author

In "Ozark Dogs," a Vietnam War veteran takes over the care of his granddaughter, teaching her how to shoot and fight. When the Ledfords, notorious meth dealers and white supremacists, come to collect on her as payment for a blood debt, their narratives collide in a thrilling story about family and how far some will go to honor, defend, or destroy it. The book has received praise for its gritty, authentic triumph and its potential to be turned into a film or TV series.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2023
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

A gritty, authentic triumph, one howling to be turned into a film or TV series, "Ozark Dogs" has been hailed as one of the best thrillers of the month by The Times, Mail on Sunday, and Financial Times. Set in the rugged Ozark Mountains, the novel follows Vietnam War veteran Jeremiah Fitzjurls, who takes over the care of his granddaughter, Joanna, after her son is convicted of murder. As the dreaded Ledfords, notorious meth dealers and fanatical white supremacists, come to collect on Joanna as payment for a long-overdue blood debt, Jeremiah must teach her how to shoot and fight to protect her. But there is not enough training in the world to prepare them for the Ledfords' wrath, and their narratives collide in this immersive story about family and how far some will go to honor, defend, or destroy it.

"Ozark Dogs" is a thrilling tale that tunnels into your brain with feverish power. Told with a deep sense of empathy and compassion, the novel is deeply wrenching and not to be missed. Eli Cranor's debut novel is praised for its Southern noir at its finest, a cauldron of terrible choices and even more terrible outcomes. His characters bristle with desperation and frustrated masculinity, a volume that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.

In conclusion, "Ozark Dogs" is a gritty, authentic triumph that deserves to be turned into a film or TV series. With its powerful narrative, compelling characters, and immersive setting, the novel is a must-read for anyone who loves thrillers and stories about family. Eli Cranor is a talented writer who has delivered a gripping and unforgettable debut that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Weight: 498g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035401727