The Hard Stuff (Joe the Bouncer Book 2)

Joe Brody, an ex-black-ops specialist turned strip club bouncer, has been designated the "sheriff" by a coalition of New York City mob bosses—the person they call when they need something handled in their world. Recently detoxed at a Chinese herbalist's clinic after struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, Joe is pulled back into action when the mob bosses contact him with a new job. They need him to help them swindle a group of opioid dealers. However, these are no ordinary criminals. Little Maria, head of the Dominican mob, has discovered that her new heroin suppliers are connected to an al Qaeda splinter group planning to use drug profits to fund terrorist activities. Joe must lead the mob coalition through an intricate heist beginning in Manhattan's diamond district to steal $4 million in diamonds—twice. The operation carries stakes far beyond their business interests. This humorous, action-packed crime thriller combines gritty crime scenarios with comedic elements and character-driven storytelling.