Red Star: A Dmitri Petrov Crime Novel
About this audiobook
Red Star: A Dmitri Petrov Crime Novel
In the treacherous, shifting landscape of the Russian Federation's criminal underworld, rising star Viktor Vasilev is about to learn that some legends refuse to stay buried. One night, after leaving his exclusive nightclub, Vasilev is discovered unconscious in the parking lot—the victim of a brutal assault. While being transported to a hospital he keeps moaning the name of a famous Russian crime boss, Ded Hasan.
What makes this truly intriguing to Chief Inspector Dmitri Petrov is that Ded Hasan, a notorious and revered crime boss, was assassinated twelve years prior, gunned down outside a Moscow restaurant. Why in the world, would Viktor Vasilev be uttering the name of a man long presumed dead?
Chief Inspector Dmitri Petrov and Manislov Illich begin digging into a case that defies all logic. But as they do, an ominous twist emerges; the powerful FSB—Russia's Federal Security Service, the successor to the KGB—intervenes, joining the investigation into Viktor Vasilev.
As Petrov and Illich peel back layers of deception and delve into the dark, intricate machinations of Russia's criminal elite, they uncover a world where old grudges never die, and the past holds a terrifying grip on the present. Red Star is a gripping, intriguing lesson about power, vengeance, and the enduring shadows of organized crime in the Russian Federation.
"A masterclass in suspense, where the ghosts of the past cast long, dangerous shadows over Russia's underworld."
"Petrov and Illich navigate a chilling conspiracy that redefines the rules of organized crime."
"An atmospheric and intricately plotted mystery that will keep you guessing until the very last page."
"Gripping, dark, and utterly compelling – a deep dive into the heart of Russian criminal intrigue."
About the author
A Life Lived in Ink:
Ralph Griffith is an intriguing Amazon Best-Selling American author with a life story that reads like a gripping novel itself. Born in 1951 during the Cold War, his teenage perception was acutely tuned to the dissonance between reality and government narratives. This skepticism blossomed into a rebellious spirit, finding its zenith during the electrifying Summer of Love in 1967.
Destiny, however, had other plans. A brush with LSD at 16 landed Ralph in the Nevada Youth Authority—a crucible he promptly escaped--his restless spirit yearning for new adventures. This escape coincided with the tragic assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert Kennedy. His book 63 Days covers that period in 1968.
Fast forward to his thirties, and a different kind of confinement beckoned. Ralph’s foray into bank robbing led to over 30 years navigating the stark realities of incarceration. Yet, even within those prison walls, his spirit refused to be caged. It was there, amidst the clanging of cell doors and the harsh hum of fluorescent lights, that he discovered a new path--writing. His final 14-year stretch became a literary genesis. Ralph poured his experiences onto the page. Seven years spent alongside Bernie Madoff at FCI Butner became the raw material for a gripping exposé. Titles like “Monkey House” and “The Real Bernie Madoff” offered scathing indictments of financial corruption.
But Ralph’s imaginative prowess also shines through in various series, including “The Harry Chin Murder Mysteries,” “The Johnny Walker Detective Novels,” “The Clyde Thomas Novels,” “The Too-Sweet Sagas,” and “The Big Huna Novels.” And now the beginning of his newest series, The Dmitri Petrov Crime Novels that take place in Saint Petersburg in the Russian Federation.
Today, Ralph resides in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Washington state’s landscapes. Yet, the ink coursing through his veins still carries the vibrancy of those early days in San Francisco. His life’s adventures, as unconventional as they may be, have endowed him with a wealth of stories yet to be told. And Ralph, with his relentless spirit and boundless creativity, is just beginning to weave these tales into the rich tapestry of his burgeoning literary legacy.
