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Nobodies

A Gritty Noir Crime Thriller

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Pub Date 29 Aug 2025 | Archive Date 21 Aug 2025

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Description

From Warren Adler, bestselling author of The War of the Roses—soon to be a major motion picture starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman—and Shannon McKenna, master of romantic suspense, comes a gritty noir crime thriller of deception, revenge, and redemption.

They’re ghosts. They’re thieves. And they’re running out of time.

Framed and forgotten, Henry Cody lives in hiding under a stolen name, plotting revenge against the people who ruined his life. Amber Wright is a career con artist with a past full of danger and a future that’s closing in fast. When a violent encounter ties their fates together, a high-stakes heist becomes something much darker—blackmail, betrayal, and a missing child no one expected.

Set in the shadows of New York City, Nobodies is a fast-paced, twist-laced tale of two fugitives who risk everything to take down the corrupt, outrun the past, and maybe—just maybe—save what’s left of themselves.

Perfect for fans of gritty noir, organized crime, and antihero thrillers.

From Warren Adler, bestselling author of The War of the Roses—soon to be a major motion picture starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman—and Shannon McKenna, master of romantic suspense, comes...


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ISBN 9781953959249
PRICE US$15.99 (USD)
PAGES 386

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This story is one of survival against the odds, when those surrounding you just keep beating you down. Henry and Amber have both been dealt a bad hand in life, and the odds are stacked against them surviving even the short term. Their situations are as different as their personalities. When their paths cross, they team up almost by accident. The characters are three-dimensional, the action non-stop, and the intrigue is very clever. The story is much more brutal and bloody than I expected, but their reckoning was very complex and exciting. Each chapter propelled the story along at rocket speed - I didn't put it down once I started it! Thank you Book Whisperer & NetGalley for an ARC of this very exciting book!

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The writing style used in telling this absolute ripper of a story is almost as engaging as the plot itself. The use of different character perspectives and movement in timeframes makes reading this book an almost cinematic experience and is very cleverly done. And amongst the awful characters who are so easy to hate are the odd one or two who will steal your heart. I loved Henry and found his revenge antics coldly amusing. The whole book has an odd and appealing humour to it, even as it evokes some of the more terrifying scenes from the likes of The Godfather. A terrific story.

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Nobodies is a gripping, gritty noir thriller that pulls you deep into the dark world of organized crime and complex antiheroes. Warren Adler masterfully crafts a tense atmosphere filled with moral ambiguity and suspense that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The characters are richly developed, flawed, and compelling, making the story not just a crime thriller but a profound exploration of human nature under pressure. The pacing is perfect, balancing intense action with moments of reflection, and the plot twists are both surprising and believable. Fans of noir and crime fiction will find Nobodies a standout, delivering a powerful, unforgettable reading experience. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a smart, hard-hitting thriller

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Great story design and well-developed characters.. They fit together so well to provide a story that kept me entertained from start to finish.

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Nobodies is an entertaining novel about two disparate people somehow becoming involved together in a fascinating novel of crime and revenge. It is a fast paced read and adequately depicts a bygone era which Hollywood called film noir. This book is recommended for all who enjoy mystery/thrillers and I thank NetGalley and the publisher for the advance reading copy.

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The exploitation of a genius, betrayal extra-ordinaire, depravity of mankind at its worst, violence, greed, power struggles, and more, all lend to this tale, creating chock full, non-stop suspense and action. Just watch out for the nobodies!

Another caution is the liberal sprinkling of foul language that some potential readers may find offensive. However, despite the fact that all this type of action is definitely not my cup of tea, I do believe it is a well-written narrative. Afterall, Warren Adler was a well-seasoned author. It is his offspring who keep his work alive.

~ Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger ~

July 2025

Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the complimentary review copy sent to me by NetGalley and the publisher.

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