The Bootlegger is the seventh pulse-pounding instalment in Clive Cussler and Justin Scott’s Isaac Bell adventure series. Set in 1920 at the height of Prohibition, the novel follows the indomitable detective Isaac Bell as he faces one of the most dangerous and far-reaching cases of his career.
When Bell’s mentor, Joseph Van Dorn, is gunned down during a high-speed boat chase with rum-runners, Bell vows to track down the men responsible. But what starts as a battle against bootleggers soon escalates into something far more sinister. A witness is silenced using a chilling assassination method pioneered by the Russian secret police, tipping Bell off to an international conspiracy far more threatening than he imagined.
From gritty speakeasies in New York to the lavish, sun-soaked resorts of Florida and the shadowy corners of post-war Europe, Bell’s relentless pursuit uncovers a powerful and ruthless organisation plotting America’s ruin.
Fast-paced, atmospheric, and packed with danger, The Bootlegger blends historical intrigue with nonstop action, showcasing Cussler’s trademark flair for high-stakes adventure.
