Description
Parker, a master thief with a reputation for cunning, finds himself seeking a new identity in a small Nebraska town. As he navigates the risks of being pursued by the Outfit, the organized crime syndicate that once relied on him, he turns to a plastic surgeon in hopes of shedding his past like a snake sheds its skin. The stakes are high as he attempts to craft a face suitable for a man looking to start anew while remaining one step ahead of those who wish to reclaim him.
However, Parker quickly discovers that leaving his old life behind is not as simple as changing his appearance. As he delves deeper into the intricacies of his new life, he must confront the ghosts of his former self and the enemies that lurk in the shadows. Each decision could lead him closer to freedom or seal his fate in a deadly game of cat and mouse, highlighting the precariousness of life on the edge of crime.
However, Parker quickly discovers that leaving his old life behind is not as simple as changing his appearance. As he delves deeper into the intricacies of his new life, he must confront the ghosts of his former self and the enemies that lurk in the shadows. Each decision could lead him closer to freedom or seal his fate in a deadly game of cat and mouse, highlighting the precariousness of life on the edge of crime.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
225 pages
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1963
Publisher
Pocket Books
Editions
17 editions