James Lee Burke – Black Cherry Blues

James Lee Burke – Black Cherry Blues is the third installment in the series of Dave Robicheaux books.

This story’s release date was August 1, 1989 and went on to win the Edgar Award for Best Novel.

Black Cherry Blues book description

Dave Robicheaux was once a Louisiana homicide cop. Now he’s trying to start a new life, opening up a fishing business and caring for his adopted girl, Alafair.

Compared to Louisiana, Robicheaux thought Montana would be safe – until two Native American activists suddenly go missing.

When Robicheaux begins investigating, he is led into the dark world of the Mafia and oil companies. At the same time, someone from his past comes back to haunt him.

Someone who was responsible for Robicheaux’s flight from New Orleans – someone who brutally murdered his wife – and now is after young Alafair…

James Lee Burke Black Cherry Blues

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