Clockers

Set in the fictional city of Dempsey, New Jersey, 'Clockers' follows the intertwining storylines of Ronald 'Strike' Dunham, a low-level cocaine dealer, and Rocco Klein, a homicide detective nearing the end of his career.

The novel delves into the harsh world of drug dealing and law enforcement, highlighting the complex relationships and moral ambiguities of both sides.

It explores themes of identity crisis, loyalty, and the cyclical nature of violence and power.

The book is praised for its operational detail, authentic characters, and cleareyed compassion in portraying a bleak and despairing urban environment.