GET EVEN, the third book in my historical fiction series about the mafia will be released February 19.  Here’s a sneak peek at one of the storylines. I’m a fiction writer, but Maserati Rick was REAL!  You’ll be surprised.

Drugs Hit Detroit Big Time

As the drug wars ravished Detroit, in the 80s, “Maserati Rick” emerged as the Eastside drug lord, controlling local cocaine and heroin trade.  His real name was Richard Carter, however nicknames were an important part of life in the city’s underbelly and Richard used his drug income to buy a Maserati – – thus came the name “Maserati Rick.”

Detroit Mafia Expert

Detroit mafia expert, Scott Burnstein, noted Maserati Rick was part of “a seemingly-endless parade of eye-catching press clippings and rampant, reckless bloodshed.”

From the Pages of GET EVEN

In my last blog post, I introduced you to Earl Walker,a member of the crime task force.  He’s been assigned to go undercover work his way into Maserati Rick’s network.  Here’s a preview of one episode where Det. Clark Phillips is prepping Earl for his new assignment.  

Earl Walker’s Charge—Penetrate “Maserati Rick’s” Organization

Clark tossed a large brown envelope on the table in front of Earl. “The FBI has created a totally new identity for you — driver’s license, Cadillac Plant ID, credit cards, the whole shebang — for Clarence Tidwell, with your age and birth date.”

“Well, at least I got something of mine out of it,” he jested. 

“There’s five hundred bucks in there and address for the closest Goodwill and Salvation Army stores for your new duds — head to toe — don’t miss a thing.”

Earl laughed. “Guess you mean no Gucci shoes.”

“Not unless you earn them. You have to get in tight with Maserati Rick.

Earl Meets Rick

Seeing a powder-blue Mercedes Benz pull up, Earl’s eyes opened wide. A Mercedes Benz… that can’t be. He watched the flashy dressed man, with gold chains and diamond medallions hanging from his neck, slide out from behind the steering wheel and head for the front door.

Richard “Maserati” Carter opened the door and stepped toward Earl, spinning every chrome stool as he passed by. He extended his gold ring-filled hand, “Clarence Tidwell, I presume.”

Earl aka Clarence, stood and grabbed his hand firmly. “Yes, sir.”

“Where in the hell did you find those clothes?”

Clarence gave him a sheepish grin. “Goodwill and…”

Maserati cut him off. “I’ll tell you one thing, if you’re going to work for me, I’ll take you down to The Broadway so you can dress in proper attire.”

“Yes, sir.”

Glancing at him one more time, Maserati’s mouth quivered. “Your shoes look like shit.”

“I’ve been laid off for six months. It was either eat or be without a sheet.”

You Can “GET EVEN” on February 19th

GET EVEN: Detroit Thorn Birds Defy Mafia will be available on February 19th.  Online book retail sites have pre-order option available NOW!