Walter Mosley's Gray Dawn continues the saga of Easy Rawlins, the Black private detective navigating the complex racial and social landscapes of mid-20th century Los Angeles. When a mysterious case involving a missing child and racial tensions emerges, Rawlins must use his street wisdom and moral compass to unravel a mystery that threatens to expose deeper societal fractures. Mosley creates a nuanced detective novel that is as much about the social fabric of America as it is about solving a crime.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Mosley's Easy Rawlins isn't just a detective, he's a chronicler of a moment in American history when everything was changing and nothing was simple. Each mystery reveals more than just a crime, but the intricate ways power and identity intersect.

DETAILS: • Author: Walter Mosley • Publisher: Mulholland Books • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: September 16, 2025 • ISBN: 9780316573238 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days