"Elmore Leonard fans who have not yet discovered Winslow will be delighted by his fourth thriller.Winslow has created plausible characters and taut scenes of suspense that will keep readers turning pages."Publishers Weekly "What a smooth, compelling read. Informed, witty, honest and true. Frankie Machine saunters right off the page, as adroit making marinara sauce as dealing mayhem. We should all be in such good hands."Robert Ferrigno, author of Prayers for the Assassin

Frank Machianno is a late-middle-aged ex-surf bum who runs a bait shack on the San Diego waterfront. An affable Italian with a love of people and life, he's a stand-up businessman, devoted father, and a beloved fixture in the community. He's also a hit manspecifically, a retired hit man. Back in the day when he was one of the most feared members of the West Coast Mafia, he was known as Frankie Machine. Years ago, Frank consigned his Mob ties to the past, which is where he wants them to stay. But a favor being called in now by the local boss is one Frank can't refuse, and soon he's sucked back into the treacherous currents of his former life. Someone from the past wants him dead. He has to figure out who and why, and he has to do it fast.