In the shadowy corridors of New York's criminal justice system, Detective Billy Graves confronts the specters of his past in "The Whites" by Richard Price. By night, Graves leads a special unit that chases the city's hundred worst felons; by day, he is haunted by the case that never closed—the ones that got away, the "whites." When a new murder ties directly back to his unresolved nemesis, the boundary between his professional mandate and personal vendetta blurs, threatening to pull him under. Price masterfully crafts a gritty, relentless narrative that dives deep into the psyche of a man on the edge, weaving a tale of crime, retribution, and the thin lines that connect them. Set against the backdrop of a city that never sleeps but is perpetually shrouded in the shadows of unsolved crimes, "The Whites" is a thriller that explores the complex dynamics of justice and revenge. Richard Price, with his unparalleled ability to capture the essence of urban life, delivers a story that is not only about the pursuit of a killer but also a profound examination of guilt, obsession, and the moral ambiguities that define us. Through sharp dialogue and a vivid portrayal of New York City's underbelly, Price offers an enthralling narrative that keeps the reader guessing until the very end, making "The Whites" an unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness that lies within us all.