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The Guards: A Jack Taylor Novel (Jack Taylor Series, 1)
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An Edgar Award Nominee For Best Novel.Praised By Authors And Critics Around The Globe, The Guards Is The First Novel In The Jack Taylor Series And Heralded The Arrival Of Prominent Irish Writer Ken Bruen As An Essential Voice In Contemporary Crime Fiction.Still Stinging From His Unceremonious Ouster From The Garda Siochanathe Guards, Ireland'S Police Forceand Staring At The World Through The Smoky Bottom Of His Beer Mug, Jack Taylor Is Stuck In Galway With Nothing To Look Forward To. In His Sober Moments Jack Aspires To Become Ireland'S Best Private Investigator, Not To Mention Its Firstirish History, Full Of Betrayal And Espionage, Discourages Any Profession So Closely Related To Informing. But In Truth Jack Is Teetering On The Brink Of His Life'S Sharpest Edges, His Memories Of The Past Cutting Deep Into His Soul And His Prospects For The Future Nonexistent.Nonexistent, That Is, Until A Dazzling Woman Walks Into The Bar With A Strange Request And A Rumor About Jack'S Talent For Finding Things. Odds Are He Won'T Be Able To Climb Off His Barstool Long Enough To Get Involved With His Radiant New Client, But When He Surprises Himself By Getting Hired, Jack Has Little Idea Of What He'S Getting Into.Stark, Violent, Sharp, And Funny, The Guards Is An Exceptional Novel, One That Leaves You Stunned And Breathless, Flipping Back To The Beginning In A Mad Dash To Find Jack Taylor And Enter His World All Over Again. It'S An Unforgettable Story That'S Gritty, Absorbing, And Saturated With The Roughedged Rhythms Of The Galway Streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Guards: A Jack Taylor Novel'? A: 'The Guards' is categorized as a Hard-Boiled crime fiction novel, known for its gritty and dark themes.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Guards'? A: The book is written by Ken Bruen, a prominent Irish author recognized for his contributions to contemporary crime fiction.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Guards' have? A: 'The Guards' has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Guards' was published on January 19, 2004.
- Q: Is 'The Guards' available in different formats? A: Yes, 'The Guards' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What type of character is Jack Taylor? A: Jack Taylor is portrayed as a troubled former police officer who aspires to become a private investigator while struggling with personal demons.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Guards'? A: 'The Guards' explores themes of betrayal, addiction, and the challenges of navigating a morally complex world.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: 'The Guards' is the first book in the Jack Taylor series, which follows the titular character's investigations.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Ken Bruen? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is sharp, witty, and infused with dark humor, reflecting the rough edges of Irish life.
- Q: Is 'The Guards' suitable for all readers? A: Due to its violent and gritty content, 'The Guards' is recommended for mature readers who enjoy hard-boiled crime fiction.