Wayfaring Stranger
(Author) James Lee BurkeIt is 1934 and the Depression is bearing down when sixteen-year-old Weldon Avery Holland happens upon Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow after one of their notorious armed robberies. A confrontation with the outlaws ends as Weldon puts a bullet through the rear window of Clyde's stolen automobile. Ten years later, second Lieutenant Weldon Holland and his sergeant, Hershel Pine, not only survive the horrors of war in the Battle of the Bulge, but in rescuing a beautiful young woman named Rosita Lowenstein from an extermination camp, they seem to have salvaged something good from the nightmare of the Holocaust.
James Lee Burke
James Lee Burke is an acclaimed American author known for his crime fiction novels, particularly the Dave Robicheaux series set in the Louisiana bayou. His writing style is characterized by rich, lyrical prose, vivid descriptions of the Southern landscape, and complex, morally ambiguous characters. Burke has received numerous awards for his work, including two Edgar Awards for Best Novel.
One of Burke's most notable works is "The Neon Rain," the first novel in the Dave Robicheaux series, which introduced readers to the flawed but compelling protagonist and established Burke as a master of the crime fiction genre. His contributions to literature include exploring themes of justice, redemption, and the impact of violence on individuals and communities.
Burke's impact on the crime fiction genre is significant, as he has been praised for his ability to blend literary fiction with the conventions of the genre, creating a unique and compelling style that has influenced many other writers. His work has been praised for its social commentary, memorable characters, and evocative sense of place, making him a beloved and respected figure in the world of crime fiction.
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