In 1934, after his spectacular jailbreak from a cell in Indiana, Dillinger was like a ghostsome claimed to spot him in New York, others in London, New Orleans, or California. Though the FBI would eventually find and kill Dillinger in Chicago, speculation about his whereabouts in those mysterious final months never waned. In Jack Higgins’s suspenseful imagining, Dillinger flees to Mexico, where his attempts at finding freedom launch the fugitive into the clutches of men much more dangerous than the federal agents on his trail. This dramatic account of Dillinger’s final days brings him face-to-face with bloodthirsty bandits and corrupt police officers, breathing vivid life into the story of America’s most fascinating outlaw.
Dive into a thrilling and suspenseful reimagining of the final months of America's most notorious outlaw in Jack Higgins' "Der Tag, an dem John Dillinger starb. Roman." (The Day John Dillinger Died. A Novel). This gripping paperback, originally published in 1990 by Lbbe, takes you on a high-stakes journey with Dillinger as he vanishes after his daring 1934 jailbreak. Forget the familiar narrative; Higgins, a master of the thriller genre, crafts a compelling alternative to Dillinger's documented demise in Chicago. Instead of a straightforward FBI takedown, Higgins posits a thrilling escape south of the border. The novel explores what *could* have happened if Dillinger, desperate for freedom, fled to Mexico, only to find himself entangled with forces far more dangerous than the G-men he left behind. Imagine Dillinger, the notorious bank robber, navigating the treacherous landscapes and morally ambiguous characters of 1930s Mexico bloodthirsty bandits, corrupt police officials, and shadowy figures with their own agendas. This is not just a rehash of Dillinger's known story, but a vibrant and inventive fictional exploration. Higgins breathes new life into a legendary figure, crafting a thrilling narrative filled with suspense, action, and moral ambiguity. Feel the heat of the Mexican sun, the sting of betrayal, and the constant threat of capture as Dillinger fights for survival in a world where loyalty is a luxury and danger lurks around every corner. "Der Tag, an dem John Dillinger starb. Roman." is a must-read for fans of historical thrillers, suspenseful crime fiction, and anyone fascinated by the enduring legend of John Dillinger. While the book is written in *German* and published by Lbbe, the universal themes of freedom, betrayal, and the desperate fight for survival transcend language barriers. Higgins's signature style fast-paced action, intricate plotting, and memorable characters ensures a captivating reading experience from beginning to end. The 252 pages will keep you on the edge of your seat as you follow Dillinger's desperate flight, questioning everything you thought you knew about his final days. This book offers a compelling and action-packed "what if?" scenario that is sure to leave you breathless. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a thrilling reimagining of one of history's most captivating mysteries.