"LOVE In the Shadows," the final book of the Passaic River Trilogy , takes the reader from 1947 Newark through the dark shadows where mindless brutes of all classes preyed on the helpless. Women were fighting back and for the first-time muscular feminism was changing the world with Rosie the Riveter pumping her biceps on posters from coast-to-coast. One woman used her fists to fight back, driving her abusive husband from their home. Four physically abused women enlist a mafia gangster in a crazy scheme to payback ...
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"LOVE In the Shadows," the final book of the Passaic River Trilogy , takes the reader from 1947 Newark through the dark shadows where mindless brutes of all classes preyed on the helpless. Women were fighting back and for the first-time muscular feminism was changing the world with Rosie the Riveter pumping her biceps on posters from coast-to-coast. One woman used her fists to fight back, driving her abusive husband from their home. Four physically abused women enlist a mafia gangster in a crazy scheme to payback powerful men who escaped punishment despite years of brutal behavior. Newark's Police Homicide Chief is astonished to discover there is no difference in the battery and mayhem affecting the rich and poor. A rich and beautiful woman, physically and mentally abused, goes on a three-continent search after her wealthy German aristocrat husband fatally beat a household member she had loved since childhood. Also tracking the husband are two anonymous international killers hired by the mafia because for years he had been embezzling millions of gangster money earned by investing in Nazi companies. Throughout the book it becomes obvious that evil works in the shadows. FROM THE AUTHOR Dive into the heart-pounding suspense of the Passaic River Trilogy with my Exclusive All 3 eBooks Bundle package, available now on authorstevebassett.com! Experience the thrill of these gripping tales at your fingertips and embark on an unforgettable adventure today!"
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Love in the Shadows, the final book in Steve Bassett's Passaic River Trilogy, is a gritty and gripping historical novel set in 1947 New Jersey. The story interweaves the lives of characters embroiled in the seedy underbelly of Newark, where crime, violence, and personal vendettas dictate daily existence. Central to the narrative is Margie, a woman determined to escape the cycle of abuse and exact justice on the men who perpetuate it. Through her struggles and alliances, Bassett crafts a vivid portrait of resilience and retribution against the backdrop of a city trying to find its own redemption.
Bassett's writing is raw and unflinching, much like the world he depicts. His characters are complex, driven by their own flawed motivations and scarred by their pasts. Margie's journey from a battered woman to a vengeful force is particularly compelling, capturing the reader's empathy and admiration. Scenes such as her preparation to defend herself with a stiletto knife (a recurring motif in her arc) are intense and vividly described, showcasing Bassett's ability to create tension and drama. I do feel that the multitude of characters can be somewhat overwhelming at first, but each offers a wonderful aspect to the evolving storyline.
Reading the previous installments of the trilogy is recommended for a more comprehensive understanding of the characters and their backgrounds. While authentic and reflective of the era, the dialogue sometimes veers into melodrama, which might detract from the otherwise gritty realism. The strength lies in its detailed setting and historical context. Bassett's depiction of post-war Newark is meticulously researched and vividly brought to life. The inclusion of real historical figures and events, like the infamous gangsters and the socio-political climate of the time, adds depth and authenticity to the narrative. This meticulous attention to detail helps ground the story in reality, making the stakes feel all the more significant�.
Love in the Shadows is a powerful and evocative conclusion to the Passaic River Trilogy. Its unflinching portrayal of violence and redemption, coupled with richly developed characters, makes it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction and crime dramas. This book is particularly suited for readers who appreciate intricate plots and are not deterred by darker themes. If you're looking for a novel that delves deep into the human condition amidst the harsh realities of post-war America, Bassett's latest offering is well worth your time.
Sheri (Reader Views)
Jul 17, 2024
Love, Money, Revenge and Retribution Combined
ââ?¬Å"Love in the Shadowsââ?¬Â? is the final book in the Passaic River Trilogy and like the two works by Steve Bassett that precede this, itââ?¬â?¢s a dark, violent, noir crime story filled with love, betrayal, haunting pasts, secret motives, and back-room agendas, set in the New York/New Jersey area with a backstory that is rooted in Europe during the late 1940s. You donââ?¬â?¢t have to have read the previous two works. This book is a stand-alone. Itââ?¬â?¢s the location where these stories take place that makes up the trilogy. The first book in the series was published in 2018, with the next coming out in 2019. Itââ?¬â?¢s been five years, and now the author is closing the series with this addition.
ââ?¬Å"Love in the Shadowsââ?¬Â? is a story about four women who are the victims of domestic abuse and how the behavior of their husbands is supposed to be accepted, even hidden, by society.
But Bassett has put in a twist. Here, the women fight back by hiring a mafia muscleman to do to their abusers what they have had done to them. Luckily, these women belong to the upper crust; very wealthy and with a lot of time on their hands to finally open up to each other about the horrors they are subjected to. It doesn�t take much to convince the lawyer for one of them to cough up a candidate with the right training who understands their plight as victims from his own history as well.
Secondary storylines woven in include how some of the husbands participate in the laundering of dirty money for the well-known five families of the New York and New Jersey organized crime world through European banks. We also learn how these mobs infiltrated the early days of the Teamsters Union, and how the local police played both sides of the law to their advantage.
Just like the mob/cop male-dominated world they have to endure; these women create a supportive community where they learn to rely on each other to survive and thrive. It�s an interesting mirror story structure that makes for great reading.
Bassett comes at this subject from a place of knowledge. A multi-award-winning journalist who has worked for nearly a half dozen newspapers across the country covering politics and the crime beat, he was eventually recruited by the Associated Press. Moving on to broadcast media, Bassett won several Emmy awards for his investigative series for his work at CBS stations in both Los Angeles and San Diego.
If you are just getting into this genre of urban mob/cop/killer/victim noir, then this book is for you. Readers will be guided through the smokey dark back rooms of bars and taverns, the bright lights of society, and the sleazy halls and offices of a metropolitan judicial system. Bassett goes into great detail when describing settings, locations, objects, and actions. This makes it easy for readers to see what the writer wants us to in order to get the full experience of the times in which the story takes place. And if you are a fan of old black-and-white detective gangster films of the 1940s you need to add Steve Bassettââ?¬â?¢s ââ?¬Å"Love in the Shadowsââ?¬Â? to your reading list.
