City of Dreams: A Novel
Don Winslow's "City of Dreams" is a gripping crime
thriller that takes readers on a wild ride from the East Coast to the West
Coast. Following the success of his instant New York Times bestseller
"City on Fire," Winslow continues his epic crime trilogy with this
second novel.
The story follows Danny Ryan, a man on the run from the
Mafia, cops, and the FBI after being on the losing side of a brutal East Coast
crime war. With his young son, elderly father, and loyal crew in tow, he heads
to California in search of a quiet and peaceful existence. However, the Feds
track him down and offer him a dangerous deal that could make him rich or end
his life.
As Danny begins to rebuild his criminal empire in
California, he falls in love with a beautiful movie star with a dark past of
her own. Their worlds collide in an explosion of danger and intrigue,
threatening to destroy them both. From the beaches of Rhode Island to the
deserts of California, "City of Dreams" is a sweeping saga of family,
love, revenge, and survival, set against the backdrop of the fabled movie
studios of Hollywood.
Winslow's writing is superb, with vivid descriptions of the gritty underworld of organized crime, the seedy glamour of Hollywood, and the corrupt power corridors of Washington. The characters are well-drawn and complex, with Danny Ryan being a standout antihero who is both ruthless and sympathetic. The pacing is fast and furious, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Overall, "City of Dreams" is a must-read for fans of crime fiction and epic sagas alike. Winslow has once again proven himself to be a master of the genre, and this book is sure to be another New York Times bestseller.
