Razorblade Tears: A Novel by S.A. Cosby (English) Paperback Book

Description: Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby *INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER* One of Barack Obamas Recommended Reads for Summer - New York Times Notable Book - NPRs Best Books of 2021 - Washington Posts Best Thriller and Mystery Books of the Year - TIME Magazines 100 Must-Read Books of 2021 - New York Public Librarys Best Books of the Year - Goodreads Choice Award Nominee - Book of the Months Book of the Year Finalist"Provocative, violent -- beautiful and moving, too." --Washington Post"Superb...Cuts right to the heart of the most important questions of our times." --Michael Connelly"A tour de force - poignant, action-packed, and profound." --Milwaukee Journal SentinelA Black father. A white father. Two murdered sons. A quest for vengeance. Ike Randolph has been out of jail for fifteen years, with not so much as a speeding ticket in all that time. But a Black man with cops at the door knows to be afraid. The last thing he expects to hear is that his son Isiah has been murdered, along with Isiahs white husband, Derek. Ike had never fully accepted his son but is devastated by his loss. Dereks father Buddy Lee was almost as ashamed of Derek for being gay as Derek was ashamed of his fathers criminal record. Buddy Lee still has contacts in the underworld, though, and he wants to know who killed his boy. Ike and Buddy Lee, two ex-cons with little else in common other than a criminal past and a love for their dead sons, band together in their desperate desire for revenge. In their quest to do better for their sons in death than they did in life, hardened men Ike and Buddy Lee will confront their own prejudices about their sons and each other, as they rain down vengeance upon those who hurt their boys. Provocative and fast-paced, S. A. Cosbys Razorblade Tears is a story of bloody retribution, heartfelt change - and maybe even redemption. "A visceral full-body experience, a sharp jolt to the heart, and a treat for the senses...Cosbys moody southern thriller marries the skillful action and plotting of Lee Child with the atmosphere and insight of Attica Locke." --NPR FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography S. A. Cosby is an Anthony Award-winning writer from Southeastern Virginia. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Razorblade Tears and Blacktop Wasteland, which won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and was a New York Times Notable Book, the Sun Sentinels and BookPages #1 Best Mystery of the year, a Goodreads Choice Awards Semifinalist, and was named a best of the year by NPR, The Guardian, and Library Journal, among others. When not writing, he is an avid hiker and chess player. Review New York Times Notable Book - NPRs Best Books of 2021 - Washington Posts Best Thriller and Mystery Books of the Year - One of Barack Obamas Recommended Reads for Summer - TIME Magazines 100 Must-Read Books of 2021 - Kirkuss Best Mysteries and Thrillers of the Year - New York Public Librarys Best Books of the Year - Chicago Public Librarys Best Books of the Year - Goodreads Choice Award Nominee - BookPages Best Mystery and Suspense of 2021 - Book of the Month Club Selection - Kirkuss Best 100 Fiction Books of 2021 - New York Times Editors Choice - Finalist for the Southern Book Prize (SIBA) - Financial Times (UK) Best Crime Fiction of 2021 - Book of the Months Book of the Year Finalist"Cosbys prose is vibrant and inventive, his action exuberant and relentless...You may come for the setup, but youll stay for the storytelling. Cosby writes in a spirit of generous abundance and gleeful abandon."--New York Times Book Review "S.A. Cosbys new crime novel is provocative, violent -- beautiful and moving, too...Elmore Leonard, wherever you are, youve got competition...S.A. Cosby has reappeared as one of the most muscular, distinctive, grab-you-by-both-ears voices in American crime fiction."--Washington Post "Razorblade Tears is superb. No doubt, S. A. Cosby is not only the future of crime fiction but of any fiction where the words are strong, the characters are strong and the story has a resonance that cuts right to the heart of the most important questions of our times."--Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author"A tour de force - poignant, action-packed, and profound."--Milwaukee Journal Sentinel "A visceral full-body experience, a sharp jolt to the heart, and a treat for the senses...Cosbys moody southern thriller marries the skillful action and plotting of Lee Child with the atmosphere and insight of Attica Locke."--NPR "Stunningly poignant and brutally profound...Cosby gives readers a unique take on a revenge narrative, one propelled by furious action and two incredibly authentic and compelling main characters."--Minneapolis Star Tribune "Utterly unique...Cosby wisely tweaks the formula, mixing in biting humor and frank confrontations about race and sexuality amid the mayhem...Riding shotgun with the violence, though, is also great beauty -- in descriptions of the grief of a community, in the fathers stirring awareness of the true meaning of love and even in Cosbys reverence for the vibrant natural world (a sunset "dipping lower than a ballroom dancer")."--Los Angeles Times "Cosby has crossed Elmore Leonard with Walter Mosley to produce the thrill ride of the summer...Sounds like the perfect vehicle for a Will Smith/Bradley Cooper summer blockbuster...Cosbys writing is cinematic, with action-movie sequences and dialogue thats more buddy movie than noir...Razorblade Tears is an instant classic."--Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "An action-packed story that starts strong and accelerates, Razorblade Tears also is an insightful story about racism, homophobia, parenting, classism, squandered chances and seized opportunities...Razorblade Tears combines the best of thought-provoking fiction, character studies and hard-charging action."--South Florida Sun-Sentinel "[A] powerful thriller...Equal parts a bloody Tarantino film -- think "Kill Bill" -- and a saga of redemption by fire, both men needing to avenge their boys deaths to atone for failing them in life...I agree with the hype. Razorblade Tears may run only 300 or so pages, but its an epic."--Washington Independent Review of Books "Following Blacktop Wasteland was one hell of a challenge, but S. A. Cosby doesnt merely deliver, he ups his game with Razorblade Tears, a story that addresses the big questions while never losing sight of the characters at its core. Taut, tense, and thoughtful, Razorblade Tears confirms Cosby as one of the most important new voices in contemporary fiction, period."--Michael Koryta, New York Times bestselling author of Those Who Wish Me Dead "A violent noir revenge story you cant stop reading. One of my favorite books of the summer."--R. L. Stine, bestselling author "A powerful blend of pulsing action, sensitive and subtle character interaction, and uncompromising but highly nuanced reflection on racism and homophobia...Few novels marry tough and tender, head-banging and coming-of-age, as seamlessly as this one does, but thats no surprise from a supremely talented writer who keeps getting better."--Booklist, starred review "A lean, mean crime story...Fast on its feet, by turns lethal and tender...This is a bloody good yarn with two compelling antiheroes youll root for from the start."--Kirkus, starred review "Simultaneously a contemplative mystery and a stunning thrill ride. A master of his craft, Cosby balances incredibly complicated characters with enveloping suspense and some of the most captivatingly violent scenes that you will ever read...Cosbys writing is both fearless and sympathetic, exhibiting his formidable intellect alongside vivid imagery, sharp wit and intricate plot lines."--BookPage, starred review "[Cosbys] story of fathers and sons, of men learning to respect others lives, has an unexpected depth for such a violent, confrontational book. This powerful book should be in every library."--Library Journal, starred review "A double-barreled action saga that brings to mind the mayhem of early Dashiell Hammett and the bedlam of vintage Sam Peckinpah. Leavening the violence is the salty banter of two bereaved fathers who turn out to be, for better and worse, much more alike than they suspected."--Wall Street Journal "S.A. Cosby blew us away with last years searing heist thriller/rural noir Blacktop Wasteland, and with Razorblade Tears hes done it again. In a heartbreaking tale of love, murder, vengeance, and acceptance, two ex-cons, one Black and one white, team up to find those responsible for the death of their sons, who were married to each other...Shattering and beautiful, this is a must-read for genre and literary fiction fans alike."--CrimeReads "S. A. Cosby is a once-in-a-generation storyteller -- and hes only getting started. In Razorblade Tears, Cosby delivers a jaw-dropping thriller of vengeance, cruelty, and heart. His iconic voice, cinematic prose, and brilliant plotting will have you hearing an 80-piece orchestra at full crescendo as you race towards an ending so explosive, youll literally duck for cover. This book is far more than a work of art; its the gold standard."--P. J. Vernon, author of Bath Haus "The mystery community has been raving about Blacktop Wasteland, in my mind, the best novel of last year. Believe it or not, this book is even better...This book is not only an exciting thriller, there is much depth to the writing, as well. Race, LGBT, class structure is all covered here...The plot is totally compelling and the pacing is relentless, overall. I could not put it down...Highly, highly recommended."--Deadly Pleasure Magazine "The very definition of a white-knuckle ride...dont know when I last read such a bruising book about bruised people."--Ian Rankin, New York Times bestselling author "A harrowing portrait of two fathers grappling with their messy pasts amid a violent present in the American South."--TIME "Buckets of blood are spilled, but in a volume thats proportional to the amount of soul-searching going on and the number of jokes being cracked...Razorblade Tears ups the ante by introducing characters forced to grapple with their thoughts on homosexuality and interracial love while Confederate flags fly around the...S. A. Cosbys terrific follow-up to Blacktop Wasteland is another rustic noir centered on a Black man with a checkered past who feels forced to jeopardize his straight-arrow status."--Shelf Awareness, starred review "Gripping and fast-paced, this is an immensely entertaining read. The laconic protagonists, on a mission to avenge their sons murders and make amends for their own shortcomings as fathers, meet some fantastically nasty bad guys, and the results are deeply satisfying. There is a real humanity in the storytelling which elevates this thriller to another league. Highly recommended."--Alex George, bestselling author of The Paris Hours "If you prefer your summer reads to be grab-you-by-the-throat sort, be sure to check out Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby...Cosbys deft blue-collar characterization and powerful, high-octane prose will thrill fans of Dennis Lehane, Walter Mosely and Don Winslow."--Shawnee Mission Post "Fast-paced but moving thriller...The exuberant but choreographed violence in Razorblade Tears might remind you of Quentin Tarantinos films...like [Elmore Leonard], Cosby can create a vivid character sketch in a few lines and knows how to counter the darkest situations with humor...His voice is his own, his characters engaging and surprising, his narrative skill impressive."--Tampa Bay Times "Graphic, explosive, cinematic story-telling at its finest... Razorblade Tears is crime fiction as raw, gutsy and hardcore as it comes . . . definitely not for the faint of heart... Highly recommended for fans of hardcore crime fiction and great, heartfelt storytelling everywhere."--mysteryandsuspense.com "Cosbys talents for pungent dialogue and Chandler-esque phrase-making...[are] evident again in this pulsating follow-up, which oddly but fruitfully combines progressive values...with the mayhem-packed chronicle of an atavistic pursuit of revenge."--Times of London "A nuanced take on contemporary race and LGBTQ issues of a type not commonly found in crime fiction. Chalk up another winner to Cosby."--Publishers Weekly "A vivid, tense thriller...reminiscent of another superlative black American writer, Attica Locke...Ferociously gripping."--Financial Times (UK) "Its a rare trick to combine violence with social commentary, but Cosby pulls it off."--Daily Mail Review Quote " Razorblade Tears is superb. No doubt, S. A. Cosby is not only the future of crime fiction but of any fiction where the words are strong, the characters are strong and the story has a resonance that cuts right to the heart of the most important questions of our times." --Michael Connelly, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Following Blacktop Wasteland was one hell of a challenge, but S. A. Cosby doesnt merely deliver, he ups his game with Razorblade Tears , a story that addresses the big questions while never losing sight of the characters at its core. Taut, tense, and thoughtful, Razorblade Tears confirms Cosby as one of the most important new voices in contemporary fiction, period." --Michael Koryta, New York Times bestselling author of Those Who Wish Me Dead "S. A. Cosby is a once-in-a-generation storyteller -- and hes only getting started. In Razorblade Tears , Cosby delivers a jaw-dropping thriller of vengeance, cruelty, and heart. His iconic voice, cinematic prose, and brilliant plotting will have you hearing an 80-piece orchestra at full crescendo as you race towards an ending so explosive, youll literally duck for cover. This book is far more than a work of art; its the gold standard." --P. J. Vernon, author of Bath Haus Praise for Blacktop Wasteland "A fast-paced, fresh take on noir that tears through the underbelly of Virginia." --New York Times "One of the years strongest novels. The noir story quickly accelerates and doesnt lose speed until it careens to its finale. Its a look at race, responsibility, parenthood and identity via pin-perfect characters with realistic motives. Cosby invests Blacktop Wasteland with emotion while delivering a solid thriller." -- Sun Sentinel "I loved Blacktop Wasteland , by S.A. Cosby. The epigram tells you all you need to know about this fast-paced, bareknuckle thriller: Drive it like you stole it." -- Stephen King "Violence-tinged heists, muscle cars, and dead-end poverty in America generate the full-on action and evocative atmosphere in this beautifully wrought tale." --Boston Globe "S.A. Cosbys Blacktop Wasteland is the buzz book of the summer , and for good reason--this nailbiter of a thriller has everything, including road chases, fast cars, robberies gone south, carefully calibrated underworld shenanigans, standoff after standoff, and some deep family bonds." --CrimeReads " Cosby never misses a note in this high-energy read ... A superb work of crime fiction, uncompromisingly noir but deeply human, too , much like Lou Berneys November Road (2018)." -- Booklist , starred review " Blacktop Wasteland is an urgent, timely, pitch-perfect jolt of American noir. S. A. Cosby is a welcome, refreshing new voice in crime literature." --Dennis Lehane , bestselling author of Since We Fell and Mystic River "Diamonds and fast cars, trailer park dreams and late night illegal street racing, S. A. Cosby reinvents the American crime novel. Black and white with bills unpaid and no exit in sight, his characters feel the pull of family and swagger with the melancholy ache of wanting to be someone. Blacktop Wasteland thrums and races--its an intoxicating thrill of a ride." --Walter Mosley , bestselling author of Trouble Is What I Do "Sensationally good--new, fresh, real, authentic, twisty, with characters and dilemmas that will break your heart. More than recommended." --Lee Child , bestselling author of Blue Moon "For fans of: Bullitt , The Fast and the Furious and gritty Elmore Leonard-style noir ...[Cosby] never lets up on the gas. The result is a high-octane, white-knuckle thriller that will have readers whipping through the pages at breakneck speed ...Cosbys tightfisted prose fuels this story with heart-pumping (and often brutal) action that begs to be adapted for the big screen but never loses its compassionate edge." -- Bookpage "High-octane neo-noir thriller ...The gritty, brutal narrative is complemented by the authors sublime use of sensory description and regional imagery. In addition, the epic, jaw-dropping chase sequences that figure prominently are reason alone to read this pedal-to-the-metal but profoundly sorrowful novel. Cosby is definitely a writer to watch." -- Publishers Weekly "Beautifully wrought and worthy of envy...Call shotgun, and then buckle up. Blacktop Wasteland is a ride that will stick with you long after the engine has cooled." --Salon " Were in Elmore Leonard land ...Bugs got a conscience not typical of the thriller genre, but other than that, this novel recalls almost perfectly the classic heist thriller in the vein of Richard Starks "Parker" novels . Itll go like hot cakes." --Library Journal , starred review "Its fitting Blacktop Wasteland opens with a drag race. This is the literary equivalent of a muscle car--sleek, a little dangerous, and when it kicks into gear, you hold on for dear life. Lucky for you, Cosby is an expert wheelman." --Rob Hart , bestselling author of The Warehouse "Every once in a while a writer comes along with an incredible voice. Think Elmore Leonard, or Chester Himes. With Blacktop Wasteland , add S. A. Cosby to that list." --Steve Cavanagh , bestselling author of Thirteen "Powerful, gritty, and lyrical , S. A. Cosbys Blacktop Wasteland is the unflinching portrayal of a man whos deeply aware he needs to make a better life for himself and his family, but cant -- or wont. This story is an emotional gut punch, and youll find yourself rooting for Beauregard while hes ripping your heart out. Cosby is a mesmerizing new voice in crime fiction you wont soon forget. This is literary noir at its finest." --Jennifer Hillier , award-winning author of Jar of Hearts and Little Secrets "With Blacktop Wasteland , Anthony award-winning author S. A. Cosby cements his position as one of the leading crime fiction voices of his generation. The story crackles with a dynamically flawed main character, vivid description, unexpected reveals and dialogue so real youd swear you were eavesdropping. I couldnt wait to finish yet never wanted the book to end at the same time. Theres no doubt that Cosby is an authentic and much needed voice in todays crime fiction." --Kellye Garrett , Anthony, Agatha, and Lefty award-winning author of The Detective by Day series "This book shook me in the best way possible. Cosbys gritty, powerhouse novel evokes some of the modern masters - Mosley, Pelecanos, and Lehane - with a tone and vibe that is wholly unique. Epic but also grounded and painfully relevant, Blacktop Wasteland is a crime novel for today, and S. A. Cosby is a writer well be hearing from for quite some time. I loved this book." --Alex Segura , acclaimed author of Blackout and Miami Midnight "Blacktop Wasteland is a guaranteed thriller-of-the-year with muscle and heart and characters who will linger long after the last page is read. S.A. Cosby writes with grit and grace. Do not miss this one." --Michael Koryta , bestselling author of Those Who Wish Me Dead "There is a sweet spot in a vehicle, whether its a car or a book, a perfect point of harmony between torque and horsepower or character and plot-- Blacktop Wasteland is that sweet spot. S. A. Cosbys new novel reverberates with a throaty roar, pegging the needles with a welcomed strip of rubber laid down in a silk-scarf, lace-backed driving glove mystery world." --Craig Johnson , author of the Walt Longmire Mysteries "Buckle up. S. A. Cosby is about to take you on a high-speed spin through the rural black south. Muscle cars, backroads racing, double crossing deals and that elusive big score. Red Hill County is my kind of place!" --Ace Atkins, New York Times bestselling author of The Revelators " Blacktop Wasteland will let the world at large in on what the crime fiction underworld already knows: S. A. Cosby is a major, original talent. Searing, twisted and jaggedly human, this Southern noir heist novel leaves scars." --Jordan Harper, Edgar Award winning author of She Rides Shotgun "A roaring, full-throttle thriller, crackling with tension and charm... Cosby immediately displays a talent for well-tuned action, raising our heart rates and filling our nostrils with odors of gun smoke and burned rubber. But the real draw here is his evocative depiction of rural Virginia and its denizens. Cosbys voice is distinctive, and he plays a sharp-tongued Virgil as we descend into the Hades of bucolic poverty." -- The New York Times Book Review "A classic, character-driven heist tale that inhabits that world, but delivers heart-pounding entertainment." -- Criminal Element Details ISBN1250252717 Author S.A. Cosby Short Title Razorblade Tears Pages 336 Publisher Flatiron Books Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1250252717 ISBN-13 9781250252715 Format Paperback Publication Date 2022-04-05 Subtitle A Novel Imprint Flatiron Books Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2022-04-05 NZ Release Date 2022-04-05 US Release Date 2022-04-05 UK Release Date 2022-04-05 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134970860;

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