The Power of the Dog
by Don Winslow
The Power of the Dog by Don Winslow holds a highly rated rating of 4.36 out of 5, based on 10.2K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 542 pages.
About The Power of the Dog
From the bestselling author of Savages (now an Oliver Stone film). This novel of the drug trade takes you deep inside a world riddled with corruption, betrayal, and bloody revenge. Art Montana is an obsessive DEA agent. The Barrera brothers are heirs to a drug empire. Nora Hayden is a jaded teenager who becomes a high-class hooker. Father Parada is a powerful and incorruptible Catholic priest. Callan is an Irish kid from Hell’s Kitchen who grows up to be a merciless hitman. And they are all trapped in the world of the Mexican drug Federaci. From the streets of New York City to Mexico City and Tijuana to the jungles of Central America, this is the war on drugs like you’ve never seen it.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Don Winslow |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 542 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.36 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,195 |
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What genre is The Power of the Dog?
The Power of the Dog is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Power of the Dog worth reading?
Based on 10.2K reader ratings, The Power of the Dog has an average score of 4.36 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Power of the Dog?
The Power of the Dog has 542 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Power of the Dog?
The Power of the Dog was written by Don Winslow. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Power of the Dog?
The ISBN-13 for The Power of the Dog is 9781400096930.0.
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