The Man Who Liked Slow Tomatoes
The Man Who Liked Slow Tomatoes is the fifth book in K.C. Constantine’s acclaimed Mario Balzic series, a gritty and realistic crime novel set in the fictional town of Rocksburg, Pennsylvania. A master of blue-collar noir, Constantine delivers a mystery where small-town politics, personal struggles, and detective work collide.
Mario Balzic, the chief of police in Rocksburg, is a detective like no other—wise, intuitive, and tough when needed. When a local bar owner, T.J. Cuva, reports that his unpredictable dishwasher has gone missing, Balzic thinks it’s just another routine case. But when a dead body turns up, the investigation takes a dark turn. Secrets unravel, past grudges resurface, and Balzic must navigate a town filled with tensions and hidden dangers.
Author
K.C. ConstaintineCondition
Like NewProduct Info
- Publisher : David R. Godine, Publisher (June 1, 2002)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 192 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1567921922
- ISBN-13 : 978-1567921922
- Item Weight : 8.8 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.68 x 0.53 x 8.32 inches
Why You'll Love This Book
✔ A Unique Detective Hero – Mario Balzic is refreshingly different from typical hard-boiled detectives
✔ A Gritty Small-Town Mystery – Perfect for fans of police procedurals with rich character development
✔ Classic Crime Fiction – K.C. Constantine’s writing is sharp, immersive, and deeply authenticReviews
✅ "A superb crime novel with unforgettable characters and a strong sense of place." – The New York Times
✅ "Brilliantly written, capturing the struggles of small-town America with razor-sharp insight." – Los Angeles Times
✅ "K.C. Constantine is one of the best-kept secrets in crime fiction." – Chicago Tribune