Stick
novel by Leonard
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Stick is a 1983 crime novel by American author Elmore Leonard. The novel was adapted into a film of the same name in 1985. Leonard is known for his realistic dialogue, colorful characters, and effective use of violence in his crime novels. Stick typically features working-class protagonists and colorful villains, common elements in Leonard's work. The novel, like many of Leonard's stories, focuses on characters and their interactions, driven by sharp dialogue.123
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