
Tony Valentine
Series by James SwainDive into the high-stakes world of crime fiction with Tony Valentine, a sharp-witted ex-cop turned casino sleuth, as he battles cunning cheats and dangerous schemes across the dazzling landscapes of Atlantic City and Las Vegas, blending suspense and excitement in every twist of fate.
In a high-stakes world where luck and cunning intertwine, the Tony Valentine series takes you deep into the shadowy underbelly of the gambling and con artist realms. Meet Tony Valentine, a slick ex-gambler turned private investigator with an uncanny intuition for deception and a past that haunts him. With every case, he faces morally gray challenges that test his resolve and require him to navigate a web of betrayals, high-powered gamblers, and sinister schemes. As Tony juggles the thrill of the chase with the ghosts of his former life, he must confront not just the external villains who plague his world but also the demons within himself. The series blends tension and humor, exploring themes of redemption and the human spirit’s resilience amid chaos. Each installment draws you deeper into a labyrinth of intrigue where every roll of the dice could be his last. Gambits, double-crosses, and unexpected alliances await in the gripping pages of this series—can Tony beat the odds, or will his own vices lead him down a path of destruction? Dive into the games where every card has two sides, and discover what it truly means to gamble with your life.
Books in this Series
Tony Valentine
Grift Sense
Published in 2001
Funny Money
Published in 2002
Sucker Bet
Published in 2002
Loaded Dice
Published in 2004
Mr. Lucky
Published in 2005
Deadman's Poker
Published in 2006
Deadman's Bluff
Published in 2006
Wild Card
Published in 2010
Jackpot
Published in 2010