Crook Manifesto

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Colson Whitehead

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Set in 1970s New York City, this thrilling sequel follows furniture store owner Ray Carney as he navigates a chaotic urban landscape marked by rising crime and political unrest. In 1971, with the city on the brink of bankruptcy and a violent clash between the NYPD and the Black Liberation Army, Carney's life becomes complicated when he seeks Jackson 5 tickets for his daughter, leading him to an old police contact who demands favors in return. By 1973, the counterculture is emerging, but Carney's violent partner, Pepper, remains a constant presence. Pepper takes on a security gig for a Blaxploitation film in Harlem, encountering a mix of Hollywood stars, drug dealers, and the usual criminals, all of whom underestimate his experience. In 1976, as Harlem faces turmoil and the nation prepares for the Bicentennial, Carney grapples with a July 4th advertisement while his wife campaigns for a rising politician. When a fire injures one of his tenants, Carney enlists Pepper to investigate, revealing the corruption and violence that plague their city. Through sharp prose and keen insight, the narrative explores themes of family, chaos, and survival in a city rife with cronyism and ambition, presenting a vivid portrait of Harlem and its people.