Crimes Of Fire

By Nick Katsoris

Crimes of Fire is a legal thriller centering on the unusual murder of Katharine Pirelli by her conniving husband Tony and her troubled son Steven, both members of a New York organized crime family.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0970510004
• ISBN13: 9780970510006
• Release Date: October 2000
• Publisher: Nk Pubns
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 1.0" x 4.5"

Customer Reviews

Will Have You On The Edge of Your Beach Towel in Suspense

"In his first novel, Crimes of Fire author Nick Katsoris combines his years in the courtroom with his passion for writing to create a legal thriller chock-full of twists, turns and mysteries that may have you on the edge of your beach towel in suspense this summer . . . John Grisham is a clear influence on the legal thriller aspects of the novel, but Katsoris also shows an Anne Rice-like attraction to using beautifully described exotic locales as backdrops for his story."

Crimes of Fire . . . It Sizzles!

This novel is captivating! It is full of suspense, intrigue, colorful characters, and surprising twists. Once you start reading, you cannot stop. As I read the book, I actually visualized the movie version! There wasn't a dull moment in the story. If you like John Grisham's work, you'll love Nick Katsoris' Crimes of Fire.

Crimes Of Fire Burns With Intrigue And Suspense

It seems that during the twentieth century, each generation has acquired a fascination wth organized crime and the Mafia. From the early days when Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel opened the Pink Flamingo, which was the founding of Las Vegas as we know it today, the allure of organized crime has captivated the imagination of the public. And how could it not; intrigue, violence, money, and sex all intertwine to form an irresistible real-life mix that lends itself perfectly to fiction. And in this grand tradition comes Crimes of Fire, an exciting new novel by Nick Katsoris that contains all the elements we've come to expect from this genre, including a few surprises and twists as it winds itself down an international road of arson, murder, drug smuggling, and deceit, with a little romance thrown in for good measure. The plot centers around the cold-blooded murder of Katharine Pirelli by her husband Tony, a real sweetheart who dispatches his wife by burning down their home with her in it. With their son Steven as an accomplice, Tony feels he's committed the perfect crime, until his suspicious sister-in-law, distraught over the death of her estranged sister, approaches an eager Assistant United States Attorney (Monica) anxious to further her career. With the help of a male colleague (Jeff), the story commences down a winding path whose settings include the Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini, and Italy's famed Amalfi Coast. Without giving away too much of the plot, it suffices to say that romance, courtroom melodrama and a Judge who provides levity all come together in a mix that will surely please fans of The Sopranos. Although the novel's heroine, Monica, is tenacious in her pursuit of a conviction, she is still a lovesick girl at heart who desperately wants it all, but fears winding up with nothing, including her life. The cast of characters is impressive, but not everyone or everything is what it appears to be. And herein lies the fun and suspense in Crimes of Fire. Just when you think you may have figured something out, author Nick Katsoris throws in a curve to heighten your interest. With all its suspense and intrigue, Crimes of Fire keeps a bit of humanity at its core, but not without reminding us that despite all the good in the world, there is not always enough to go around to compensate for the evil and greed that lurks in the hearts of those who seek to profit from the misery of others. And Crimes of Fire makes a perfect holiday stocking stuffer for those who like a good novel to help pass the winter doldrums.

A must read book!

What a great book! A friend of mine recommended this book to me, and I can say that it certainly was a refreshing read...once I started reading the book, I could not put it down! Crimes of Fire takes you on a journey filled with mystery, passion, and excitement. What I enjoyed most about this book is that it's filled with surprises...just when you think you know what will happen next, the story turns! There is no way you can predict the outcome so don't try...trust me.

A Stirring and Dramatic Novel

Once the plot was established and I could visualize all the characters, I was taken on a stirring investigation leading into very dramatic courtroom settings. The unforeseen events occurring throughout the novel carry the reader to a shocking conclusion. I found Crimes of Fire keeping me up at night wanting to read on.