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Violence
A lot
Violence; killings; physical brutality
Language
Some
Strong language
Sexual Content
Barely any
Brief sexual references
Substance Use
Some
Drinking; recovery themes
Emotional Intensity
Some
Themes of violence, friendship, and the long shadow of past sins
What this book is about
Burke's 1989 Dave Robicheaux novel sends the Cajun detective to Montana to clear a friend charged with murder, while oil company operatives and killers close in. National Book Award-winning crime fiction. Features violence, strong language. For adults.
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Violence
Strong language
Drug and alcohol themes
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