A New Game by Frank C. Senia

A hard-nosed tale of grifters, dreamers, and the deadly risk of pushing a scam too far, A New Game by Frank C. Senia is a cross-border drama that bursts with tension. When an honorable white-collar thief gets caught up in the deadly maze of a Mexican drug cartel, it might be impossible to wriggle free without getting blood on his hands. Delivered with a matter-of-fact coldness, this is a relentless story of spiraling risk and sacrifices for the almighty dollar. The editing is notably lacking, as there are too many mundane passages of prose, as well as common errors and typos, but the gritty plot drives forward at a solid clip, making this novella a quick and entertaining afternoon escape.