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The Glass Rainbow

A Dave Robicheaux Novel

by James Lee Burke

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The Glass Rainbow

Weaving graceful prose and incisive character studies into a thrilling plot, James Lee Burke begins The Glass Rainbow with Det. Dave Robicheaux bailing his ex-partner Clete Purcel out of jail. Over the past few years, the bodies of seven young women had been found in ditches and swamps around New Orleans, and Clete was grilling a prime suspect—a big-time pimp and meth dealer—when he saw red and assaulted the man.

Clete’s explosion brings his demons into Dave’s life in a personal way. The pimp had ties to the St. Jude Project, a charity aimed at getting young women off the streets. Soon Dave finds that its main sponsor is the scion of a wealthy family—a smooth-talker whose motives Dave mistrusts…and who's currently dating his daughter.

Hardcover: 448 pages

Publisher: Simon and Schuster, Inc. ( July 13, 2010 )

Item #: 30-9985

ISBN: 9781439128299

Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.25 x 1.0 inches

Product Weight: 16.0 ounces

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Big Words
August 25, 2010

I have read and collected all of James' books. I love the Dave Robicheaux novels and the fact that he uses such big words.

Reviewer: Shirley F

A must read!
August 20, 2010

I had only read one of Burke's books before and was quite taken with his command of the language! This book took me in and kept me in to the end as he can weave poetry and prose into the simplest sentence, thereby capturing your attention and holding it. I loved trying to visualize the atmosphere, the area and the distinct "speak" of the locals. Can't wait for the next one!

Reviewer: Jayne R

Best one yet
August 09, 2010

This new book by James Lee Burke has energized my interest in the Dave Robicheaux series. There had become a sameness to the last few books, but this last one gripped me from the beginning. The prose is amazing, the story gripping, just fabulous. Also, the apple (Alafair) doesn't fall far from the tree (Dave).

Reviewer: Pam W

This was good! good! good!
August 03, 2010

I had grown a bit bored with Clete and wondered why Dave kept him around. Now I know. He is without a doubt reliable and James Lee Burke has a command of the language that is phenomenal. His only rival is Koontz. After considering abandoning Dave and Clete I'm glad I gave them one last chance. Great read! It did leave me wondering though. I'm hoping for a follow-up.

Reviewer: Pojo R

Outstanding--one of his best
July 23, 2010

I'm a fan of James Lee Burke and love his lyrical style, and the way he draws you into the story. No wonder this book has hit the NY Times Best Seller's list. Don't miss this one if you follow the adventures of Detective Dave Robicheaux and his goofy friend, Clete.

Reviewer: Audrey W

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