This was my first James Lee Burke novel, and it was recommended by another member. I loved the book. He reminds me a bit of Lawrence Block: Dave Robicheaux is a gritty, no apologies, antihero. The descriptions of New Orleans and the Bayou are fantastic, and lend a steamy,sultry,cajun atmosphere that pervades the entire book. Oddly, the editing was a little shoddy - I found several typos. Great book, nevertheless! Rick from Del Mar.