4. How Do Corruption, Greed, and Racism Shape the Novel’s Themes?

Smoke by Michael Brissenden follows Detective Alex Markov, sent back to Jasper while under suspicion in an LAPD corruption probe. Investigating a suspicious death during a wildfire, she uncovers a town steeped in deceit, forcing her to choose between protecting those she loves and exposing the truth.
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4. How Do Corruption, Greed, and Racism Shape the Novel’s Themes?

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The novel delves into themes like small-town corruption, greed, and racism. How do these elements impact the development of the story? How does the author’s background as a journalist enhance the portrayal of these themes?
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