Andrew Vachss
Andrew Vachss
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Andrew Henry Vachss is an American crime fiction author, child protection consultant, and attorney exclusively representing children and youths. He is also a founder and national advisory board member of PROTECT: The National Association to Protect Children.
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Andrew Vachss is widely recognized for his Burke series, which features a private investigator operating in the criminal underworld of New York City. His work often explores themes of child abuse and social injustice, reflecting his background as an attorney specializing in child protection.
The Burke series should be read in publication order to follow the character's development and the overarching narrative. The first book in the series is "Flood," followed by "Strega," "Blue Belle," and "Hard Candy," among others.
Andrew Vachss's novel "Shella" was adapted into the 1996 film "Shella" (also known as "The Getaway Man"). His work has also been adapted into graphic novels, including "Hard Candy" and "Blossom."