The Heat's On

Discover the gripping world of crime fiction in Heat's On by Chester Himes, a masterful work that has been hailed as 'the greatest find in American crime fiction since Raymond Chandler' by the Sunday Times. This thrilling novel, published in 2021, spans 224 pages and follows the daring detectives Coffin Ed and Grave Digger Jones as they navigate the gritty streets of Harlem. When two criminals go missing—one a giant albino named Pinky and the other a drug dealer named Jake, who meets a violent end—the detectives find themselves in a race against time to uncover the truth behind the chaos. With high stakes and a captivating plot, Heat's On promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Dive into this essential piece of American literature and experience the tension and excitement that only Chester Himes can deliver.