Hi!
I much prefer characters that are the “normal Joe” rather than trained as former cops, grizzled detectives, or special ops.
I would like something a bit dark or seedy, almost in the style of hard-boiled noir/pulp, though following more of a ‘normal guy’ character rather than a detective. James Bond without the MI6. Fast cars, twists, dames, mystery, heists, and a bit spicy, all welcome. Something with a bit of adrenaline.
I know the cyberpunk genre often grazes into this territory, and that’s fine, but definitely not required. I’d give it a shot, but not necessary seeking it.
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Could be a well-meaning good-morale character looking to save the day, or, more of a heist & root-for-the-heisters kind of thing.
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Appreciate any suggestions!
by FallDonuts
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{{The Painted Gun by Bradley Spinelli}} has the main character being an ex-journalist.
maybe the jack parlabane books by Christopher brookmyre?
Read any Elmore Leonard? He’s got a lot of those flavours.
The Hunter by Richard Stark
A Hell of a Woman by Jim Thompson
Queenpin by Megan Abbott
Drive by James Sallis