Title
The Lasko Tangent: A Novel by Richard North Patterson- Paperback – February 3, 2014
Richard North Patterson’s debut novel, The Lasko Tangent, winner of the Edgar Award for Best First Novel, is a taut political and legal thriller that explores the collision of power, corruption, and justice.
Plot Overview
The story follows William Lasko, a ruthless self-made millionaire with deep political connections—including the ear of the U.S. president. Lasko thrives on bending the rules and silencing anyone who stands in his way. His wealth and influence have made him seemingly untouchable.
When the Economic Crimes Commission decides Lasko must be brought down, Christopher Paget, a young U.S. Attorney, is assigned the case. Paget faces the near-impossible task of building a case against Lasko without alienating the White House, which values Lasko’s political clout.
Rising Conflict
As Paget digs deeper, he encounters a web of political corruption, agency misconduct, and high-stakes deception. The investigation soon escalates beyond financial crime into a deadly battle: a crucial witness is murdered, and Paget is pulled into a world of kidnapping, murder, and betrayal.
Themes
The novel explores themes of power, morality, and integrity, pitting a young idealistic prosecutor against a manipulative titan who lives by his own rules. Paget must confront not only Lasko’s schemes but also his own inner fears and ethical boundaries.
Tone and Style
From its intriguing opening to a shocking climax, Patterson delivers a gripping, fast-paced thriller that blends courtroom drama with political intrigue. It is a story about real people under pressure, where the stakes are nothing less than justice, survival, and the soul of the legal system.
Product details
- Publisher : Ballantine Books
- Publication date : July 12, 1985
- Language : English
- Print length : 368 pages
- ISBN-10 : 034532532X
- ISBN-13 : 978-0345325327
- Item Weight : 6.4 ounces
- Dimensions : 4.18 x 0.94 x 6.83 inches
- Book 1 of 4 : Christopher Paget
- Condition: Used Good
Legal Thrillers, Suspense Thrillers, Mystery Action & Adventure
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Richard North Patterson’s debut novel, The Lasko Tangent, winner of the Edgar Award for Best First Novel, is a taut political and legal thriller that explores the collision of power, corruption, and justice.
Plot Overview
The story follows William Lasko, a ruthless self-made millionaire with deep political connections—including the ear of the U.S. president. Lasko thrives on bending the rules and silencing anyone who stands in his way. His wealth and influence have made him seemingly untouchable.
When the Economic Crimes Commission decides Lasko must be brought down, Christopher Paget, a young U.S. Attorney, is assigned the case. Paget faces the near-impossible task of building a case against Lasko without alienating the White House, which values Lasko’s political clout.
Rising Conflict
As Paget digs deeper, he encounters a web of political corruption, agency misconduct, and high-stakes deception. The investigation soon escalates beyond financial crime into a deadly battle: a crucial witness is murdered, and Paget is pulled into a world of kidnapping, murder, and betrayal.
Themes
The novel explores themes of power, morality, and integrity, pitting a young idealistic prosecutor against a manipulative titan who lives by his own rules. Paget must confront not only Lasko’s schemes but also his own inner fears and ethical boundaries.
Tone and Style
From its intriguing opening to a shocking climax, Patterson delivers a gripping, fast-paced thriller that blends courtroom drama with political intrigue. It is a story about real people under pressure, where the stakes are nothing less than justice, survival, and the soul of the legal system.
Product details
- Publisher : Ballantine Books
- Publication date : July 12, 1985
- Language : English
- Print length : 368 pages
- ISBN-10 : 034532532X
- ISBN-13 : 978-0345325327
- Item Weight : 6.4 ounces
- Dimensions : 4.18 x 0.94 x 6.83 inches
- Book 1 of 4 : Christopher Paget
- Condition: Used Good
Legal Thrillers, Suspense Thrillers, Mystery Action & Adventure
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