by Elmore Leonard is a fast-paced crime thriller that follows the adventures of U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens as he investigates a kidnapping scheme gone awry. The story centers on Harry Arno, a bookie who gets abducted by a trio of small-time crooks hoping to extort money from him. Raylan, who has a personal interest in protecting Harry, uses his sharp wit and unconventional law enforcement tactics to outmaneuver the kidnappers. The novel is filled with Leonard's signature snappy dialogue, quirky characters, and unexpected twists, blending humor with suspense as Raylan tries to bring justice to a world of crime and chaos.