Vanilla Ride

In Vanilla Ride, Hap and Leonard face the Dixie Mafia while trying to rescue a girl, leading to thrilling action and unexpected humor.

In Vanilla Ride, the beloved crime-fighting duo, Hap and Leonard, are back for another thrilling adventure. This time, they find themselves embroiled with the notorious Dixie Mafia. When Leonard takes on a mission to rescue a teenage girl from a lowly drug dealer, he ropes in his best friend, Hap. What begins as a straightforward rescue operation spirals into chaos when they discover the dealer's ties to the dangerous Dixie Mafia. The ensuing gunfight is just the beginning of their troubles, as they soon find themselves behind bars.

However, the law has a proposition for Hap and Leonard: if they can help out with a favor, they’ll be set free. The catch? They must confront Vanilla Ride, a legendary assassin who works for the Mafia. The stakes are high as they navigate this treacherous situation filled with unexpected twists and turns. The duo’s unique blend of humor and grit shines through as they face off against formidable foes.

Vanilla Ride is packed with breakneck action and laugh-out-loud moments, making it a rollercoaster of a read. With a gigantic alligator thrown into the mix, this novel is as spicy as a habanero pepper. Joe Lansdale masterfully combines elements of crime, comedy, and adventure, ensuring that fans will be thoroughly entertained from start to finish.