Assassin Redemption

A hardened killer seeking one last chance at humanity finds unexpected salvation through an orphaned child trapped in a ruthless system.

1. Expendable Goods

2. Author: Lawrence Mercer
3. Case Prototype: Young v. Alabama, State of
4. Story Tags: Assassin Redemption;Gritty Noir Thriller;Private Prison Conspiracy;Thomas Keneally Inspired

1. Ash and Interest

2. Author: Jane Aldridge
3. Case Prototype: Minor v. Regional Acceptance Corporation et al
4. Story Tags: Assassin Redemption;Predatory Lending Dystopia;Orphan and Protector;Financial Thriller

1. The Hollow Mercy

2. Author: William Ashcroft
3. Case Prototype: Minnifield v. Warden Crabtree et al
4. Story Tags: Noir Fiction;Assassin Redemption;Prison Industrial Complex;Megan Abbott Style

1. Steel Ashes

2. Author: Richard Zimmerman
3. Case Prototype: Taylor v. Salem Leasing Corporation et al.
4. Story Tags: Nordic Noir;Psychological Suspense;Assassin Redemption;Corporate Conspiracy

1. The Final Contract

2. Author: Vincent Harrington
3. Case Prototype: Case of Shu Qing Homicide
4. Story Tags: Historical Noir;Assassin Redemption;Warring States;Political Thriller

1. The Gatekeeper's Last Kill

2. Author: Edward Jamison
3. Case Prototype: Case of Yu Quan's Forceful Remonstrance with King Wen of Chu and Self-Mutilation as Gatekeeper
4. Story Tags: Historical Noir Thriller;Assassin Redemption;Spring and Autumn Intrigue;Tragic Sacrifice