“Dead End” by Ed Lacy is a suspenseful crime thriller novel that immerses readers in a gritty world of deception and danger. Johnny Dolan, wrongly accused of murdering his girlfriend, finds himself trapped in a web of lies and betrayal. As he fights to clear his name, he uncovers dark secrets that lead him down a treacherous path. The tension builds as Johnny races against time to unravel the truth and evade those who want him silenced.