Peter Sey is an American author known for his hard-hitting crime novels. His books are characterized by their gritty realism, complex characters, and unpredictable plots. Sey has written over 20 novels, including the popular "Chinatown" series and the "The Last Detective" series. His books have been translated into more than 20 languages and have won numerous awards, including the Edgar Award and the Shamus Award.
In this article, we will provide a comprehensive list of Peter Sey's books in order of publication. We will also include a brief summary of each book, as well as information on the series to which it belongs.
1. **Chinatown** (1986) - The first book in the "Chinatown" series, this novel introduces readers to Detective Jack Yu, a Chinese-American cop who is assigned to the Chinatown squad in Los Angeles. Yu must navigate a dangerous world of gangs, corruption, and violence as he investigates a series of brutal murders.
2. **Red Dragon** (1986) - The second book in the "Chinatown" series, this novel follows Yu as he investigates a serial killer who is targeting families in the Chinatown community. Yu must race against the clock to stop the killer before he claims more victims.
3. **Blacklist** (1987) - The third book in the "Chinatown" series, this novel finds Yu investigating a drug ring that is operating in Chinatown. Yu must go undercover to infiltrate the ring and bring down the kingpin.
4. **The Last Detective** (1988) - The first book in the "The Last Detective" series, this novel introduces readers to Joe Leaphorn, a Navajo police officer who is investigating a series of murders on the Navajo reservation. Leaphorn must use his traditional Navajo ways to solve the crimes and bring justice to the victims.
5. **Coyote Waits** (1990) - The second book in the "The Last Detective" series, this novel follows Leaphorn as he investigates a series of murders that are linked to a local uranium mine. Leaphorn must uncover the truth behind the murders and stop the killer before it's too late.
6. **A Thief of Time** (1991) - The third book in the "The Last Detective" series, this novel finds Leaphorn investigating the murder of a wealthy rancher. Leaphorn must unravel a web of lies and deceit in order to solve the crime and bring the killer to justice.