Lawrence Block

The Topless Tulip Caper (Chip Harrison) Lawrence Block Unabridged edition

Its a crime that Times Square dives arent private investigator Chip Harrisons usual hangouts. Tulip Willing is the star attraction at the Treasure Chestand also Chips newest client. It seems she wants cover for a mysterious stranger whos been scaring her out of her clothes. As he waits for his client to finish her set, Cherry Bounce, another dancer at the Treasure Chest, is shot dead during the performance. Chip finds himself on the trail of a killer whos eager to trap the street-wise detectiveand strip him of his livelihood forever.