Walter Mosley

3 summariesLiterary Fiction, Thriller, Mystery

Walter Mosley is an American author known for his contributions to fiction, particularly in the mystery and crime genres. His notable works include "The Man in My Basement," which explores themes of identity and morality, and "Fortunate Son," a narrative that delves into race and class in America. Mosley's writing often reflects social issues and the complexities of the human experience.

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Books by Walter Mosley

3 books available

Devil in a Blue Dress
Walter Mosley
3.9 (32k) average on Goodreads
In 1940s Los Angeles, a Black private investigator navigates racial tension, political corruption, and murder when a missing woman draws him into a dangerous conspiracy.
The Man in My Basement
Walter Mosley
3.7 (4k) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
A desperate young Black man, trying to save his family home, agrees to imprison a mysterious white man in his basement, leading to a dangerous journey of hidden identities, racial tensions, and moral choices that threaten his family's legacy and his own sense of self.
Fortunate Son
Walter Mosley
3.9 (3k) average on GoodreadsMystery
Two brothers by bond, one privileged and one facing hardship, follow different paths until they reunite to confront a common enemy, revealing what fortune and resilience truly mean.