Looking for books with storylines of wronged MCs seeking vengeance and retribution for past wrongs, preferably in current or contemporary settings. Extra points for dark humor, violence and wit. Thanks for any suggestions.
Was all ready to suggest “The Count of Monte Cristo” but then I saw the “modern era” requirement. Sorry to say I got nothing off the top of my head.
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Killers of a Certain Age
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I’ve just finished Vengeance and Honour by Ben Dixon, a sword and sorcery novel with the themes you mention. There is plenty of violence, and it’s very funny at times too. Not contemporary, but apart from that the main theme is vengeance.
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Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby.
The Ten Thousand Crimes of Ming Tsu by Tom Lin.
Hench by Natalie Zina Walschots
Was all ready to suggest “The Count of Monte Cristo” but then I saw the “modern era” requirement. Sorry to say I got nothing off the top of my head.
Killers of a Certain Age
I’ve just finished Vengeance and Honour by Ben Dixon, a sword and sorcery novel with the themes you mention. There is plenty of violence, and it’s very funny at times too. Not contemporary, but apart from that the main theme is vengeance.
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
The Mindf*ck Series by ST Abby
Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver
MIDNIGHT BLUE by Nancy Collins.