The Red Ledger

Frank L. Packard's «The Red Ledger» presents a gripping narrative that intertwines themes of justice and revenge within a seedy underworld. This crime thriller, emblematic of early 20th-century American literature, employs a fast-paced, hard-boiled style characterized by terse dialogue and vivid descriptions. The story delves into the intricate lives of its morally ambiguous characters while exploring the depths of human emotion and the consequences of choices made in dire circumstances, all set against the backdrop of an evolving urban landscape that reflects the tumult of the era. Packard, a prominent... Edasi