Parker just happens to be a career criminal.  When a pharmaceutical heist gets botched up, Parker faces some time in jail.  While he is waiting for his arraignment, Parker starts to plan an escape with a couple of other prisoners.  He also has some help from the outside, including his longtime crime partner, Ed Mackey.  If one wants to escape from prison, Parker is the guy to have in your corner.  He is very clever.   Parker focuses on what he has to do to get the job done.  Once they escape, these guys plan another heist.  Parker runs into many problems and his plans often go awry but it doesn't stop him from constanly trying to hold up to his reputation of being the "career criminal".

This book is an entertaining addition to the Parker series.  It is a very short novel with extremely short chapters.  Most people can read it in one day especially with Richard Stark's writing style.  This is a fun book to read and one that you will enjoy.


Nancy Eaton

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