Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A lovely first edition/first printing housed in a like dust-jacket with little edgewear.

In The Turnaround, Pelecanos tells the story of Roy, a washed-up, drug-addicted former detective in the Memphis Police Department who is given a chance to redeem himself by working as a detective in the city's newly formed drug unit. Roy quickly realizes that the unit is a waste of his talents and is forced to team up with an old friend, Sergeant John Boyega, to take down the corrupt officers in charge. The Turnaround is a gripping story of redemption and corruption, featuring a compelling cast of characters that will keep readers turning the pages.; 8vo; 294 pages; MR.