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Hack Holland is a product of the South, both old and new. Hard-drinking ex-POW and wealthy, progressive Democrat, he stands in the long shadow cast by his ancestors. When Holland's candidacy for a congressional seat brings him increasingly into conflict with those around him, his almost unwitting involvement with a violent civil rights conflict forces him to reassess his future - and his pastPublished throughout the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s; represents Burke's early work before the creation of his now famous Cajun detective, Dave Robicheaux.
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James Lee Burke has another winner in Hack Holland.
Having read all the Dave Robichaux novels, I turned to some of Burke's other characters. Hack Holland does not disappoint. Interesting story lines, well-drawn characters, and fast paced action make for a very interesting read.
I enjoyed this book very much.
Having read all the Dave Robichaux novels, I turned to some of Burke's other characters. Hack Holland does not disappoint. Interesting story lines, well-drawn characters, and fast paced action make for a very interesting read.
I enjoyed this book very much.