This is a very short book, about a 20-to-30 minute read -- but for me, worth every penny of its $2.99. In it, Robert Crais reveals the souls and origins of his two most iconic heroes, Elvis Cole and Joe Pike. In doing so, he also reveals the essence of his own character, motives, and mission -- which are equally and intentionally heroic in aspiration.
You see, I'm a late-life thriller-series author myself, lucky enough that at least one of my books became a bestseller in the crime/thriller genre. But if my work is any good, it's because I stand on the shoulders of writers like Robert Crais, Stephen Hunter, and Robert B. Parker. My Dylan Hunter hero is rooted in the same timeless ronin template as are their own immortal protagonists. And I have drawn inspiration not only from their stories and characters, but from autobiographical essays like this one.
Robert Crais probably had no intention or expectation of inspiring other writers like me by his example, let alone by his private sense of mission. Yet he has. So, this is a public thank-you to him for sharing with me his heroes, Elvis and Joe -- as well as his deeply personal motives. I was profoundly touched by this little book, and simply had to take this opportunity to express my gratitude.
Mr. Crais, you do more good in the world than you can possibly know.
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