'City on fire' finishes a wonderful Wear Winslow set of three

Don Winslow's thrilling trilogy conclusion, "City of Ruins," blending ancient tragedy with modern crime fiction.

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Follow protagonist Danny Ryan's journey from Rhode Island mobster to Las Vegas tycoon, navigating power, revenge, and redemption.

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Winslow's saga explores universal themes of greed, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of safety in a dangerous world.

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"City in Ruins" sees Ryan's quest for more wealth collide with the underworld and rival casino owners, igniting a violent power struggle.

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Despite his riches, Ryan remains haunted by his past, facing threats from the Italian mob and the FBI for his past crimes.

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Witness Ryan's desperate attempts to prevent violence as bullets fly, endangering everything he's built and the lives he holds dear.

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While readable as a standalone, diving into the trilogy from the beginning unveils Winslow's masterful character development and storytelling.

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Explore the vivid prose and compelling characters that have made Winslow's novels some of the best in modern crime fiction.

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"City of Ruins" marks the end of Winslow's writing career as he shifts focus to political activism, leaving readers with a gripping finale.

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Join Danny Ryan's gripping journey in "City of Ruins," a masterpiece of crime fiction that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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