In this magnificent conclusion to his 'Nixon's America' trilogy David Chadwick once again lifts the lid on a hornet's nest of secrets and lies as Americans struggle to come to terms with the aftermath of Vietnam and Watergate.
The author captures a moment in time and brings it to life with brutal realism. The atrocities of war cast long shadows and fear of further corruption at presidential level is rife.
Wat Tyler, a crime reporter, is one of the most significant and interesting investigators to lead a series of hard boiled novels in recent years. I do hope he will return as I definitely want to know what happens to him next.
The author's style is compelling and addictive. He brings honesty and integrity to the factual backdrop and adds an intensely poignant and hugely complex plot that never disappoints. A thrilling ride through the dark alleys of 1970s America with a supremely accomplished author.

Vietnam vet and crime reporter Wat Tyler senses chaos when a close friend and a high profile Pentagon figure are murdered on the same night. With the fallout from Vietnam still heavy in the air, it isn’t long before other players enter the fray and leave Wat making connections to a life he thought he’d left behind

The story evolves over the entire course of the book and never leaves you hanging. Dialogue throughout is particularly sharp and the cast list is kept tight. With intriguing insights into the Vietnam conflict and the politics of the time, Hot Metal Hobo delivers much more than just a high adrenaline thriller.

My thanks to the publisher for allowing me to read an advance copy. I have left this review voluntarily.