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The worst job in the world, July 29, 2007
Chicago is being overrun with gangs and they are fighting each other; it's
the Blackstone Rangers against the Devil's Disciples. The homicide rate is
climbing and the victims are black males between the ages of 15 and 24.
Detectives Aristotle Ashford and Myles Sivad are on the job with the Gang
Intelligence Unit. Myles is a bit upset with his partner, Aristotle, also
known as DoubleA, for his seeming hatred of young black men but as they get
deeper into gang territory and more and more young men die, Myles has his
own problems with the job. Will he be forced to break the law to enforce the
law? Eventually, because of their ability to bring gang members to justice,
Myles and DoubleA become targets.
Mark Davis has created a real thriller in RACE TRAITORS. It has suspense,
romance, tension and some interesting political views. It is easy to
identify with Myles and his partner as they travel through the ghettos and
the police stations. It shouts for a sequel. It was a very interesting read
and those who love mysteries will find it very appealing.
Reviewed by Alice Holman
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
review of race traitors, March 3, 2005
An extremely exciting and suspenseful novel. This book has it all: tension, complex characters, sex, violence, and a moving plot. What really makes this book stand out is the way it is guided by music--Jazz music. The infusion of jazz, which becomes a character itself, is a delightful force in the book. Davis' insights into police procedures seem genuine and authentic--as does his understanding and explanations of gang life. Moreover, his development of the characters' battle with morality and justice--of being true to their people while being officers of the law--make this an experience where you'll find yourself rereading pages. All of this is coupled with Davis' obvious flare for humor and dead-on Chicago lingo. At times, the book serves as a history map of Chicago's South Side and its people. This was a really enjoyable book. I can't wait to read the next one. I look forward to this author becoming a mainstay in this genre.
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A MUST READ!, February 8, 2005
This review is from: Race Traitors (Hardcover)
Race Traitors explores in-depth the tragedy of black on black crime. The author catapults the reader into the historic reality of gang violence on the south side of Chicago in the 70's. His fictionalized account of the epidemic illustrates the effects of gang warfare on the family unit, community and law enforcement. Mark Davis has created believable characters whom the reader can agonize and evolve with, and most importantly in the end triumph with.
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