“If I was after revenge, best believe you’d have to dig more than two graves.” Von Martin walks out of prison with nothing—no job, no home, no real plan. His ex-wife has moved on with his former best friend. His daughter doesn’t recognize him. His old boss pretends he doesn’t exist. Everyone tells him to play it safe. Keep his head down. Stay clean. Rebuild. But Von knows respect isn’t something you get by asking politely. What starts as a quest to salvage his dignity quickly spirals into a blood-soaked reckoning through the sultry heat and septic underbelly of Southwest Florida. Brutally funny, cynically violent, blisteringly sunburnt, this is the story of a man fighting to reclaim his place in a world that has long since left him behind. You probably shouldn’t root for Von Martin. But you just might anyway. ✅ Praise for Dig Two Graves 🏅 Gold Medalist, Literary Titan Book Awards (2025) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ If you like crime stories with grit, moral ambiguity, and a voice that sticks in your head, then this one is worth your time. ” — Literary Titan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ A dark, thought-provoking exploration of a man’s fight for dignity in a world that offers little mercy. Noir fans, like myself, will savor every word. ” — Carol Thompson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ An intense mix of raw emotion and gripping suspense… left a strong and lasting impression on me .” — Alma Boucher " It's rare to find a book that commits so fully to the flawed perspective of its main character ... It's not just a revenge story. It's about the weight of time wasted, the way choices narrow your life, and the slow decay of trust. There's this constant tug between the possibility of redemption and the lure of destruction, and I felt that tension every step of the way... By the time I turned the last page, I was impressed. Dig Two Graves is not for someone looking for a comforting read. It's for readers who want to wade into murky waters, who can handle being close to a character that repels as much as he fascinates. If you like crime stories with grit, moral ambiguity, and a voice that sticks in your head, then this one is worth your time ." --Thomas Anderson, Editor In Chief, Literary Titan " Dig Two Graves by Andrew Hallman is a gripping noir thriller that explores themes of revenge, loyalty, and the search for respect ... Hallman creates a protagonist who is both deeply flawed and engaging. Von's internal monologue shows a man struggling with his own sense of morality while trying to survive in a world that follows its own ruthless rules... The novel's pacing is relentless, with Von's journey unfolding through a series of tense, often violent encounters. Hallman's writing vividly captures the oppressive heat and chaotic energy of Florida, creating a setting that mirrors Von's turbulent mind... Dig Two Graves is a dark, thought-provoking exploration of a man's fight for dignity in a world that offers little mercy. Noir fans, like myself, will savor every word ." —Carol Thompson, Readers' Favorite Reviews " Dig Two Graves by Andrew Hallman is an intense mix of raw emotion and gripping suspense ... The action is unrelenting and enhances the emotional depth of the story without overshadowing it. Themes of revenge, betrayal, faith, and the price of freedom are explored, giving the book a lasting resonance. The writing is vivid, atmospheric, and deeply evocative, painting striking images of both external conflict and Von's inner battles. The characters feel genuine and layered, with Von portrayed as both flawed and sympathetic, while the supporting characters add further depth. This is a masterfully written story that left a strong and lasting impression on me ." —Alma Boucher, Readers' Favorite Reviews Your time and money are valuable; I don't want to waste either. Most tales of revenge go to great lengths to establish the target of the hero's vengeance as a villain who thoroughly deserves justice beyond the bounds of the legal system. Nothing against that sort of tale—I enjoy them myself. However, Dig Two Graves is not that story; Von Martin is not that hero. This independent review from Thomas Anderson, Editor-in-Chief of Literary Titan, sums it up: " Dig Two Graves  is not for someone looking for a comforting read. It's for readers who want to wade into murky waters, who can handle being close to a character that repels as much as he fascinates. If you like crime stories with grit, moral ambiguity, and a voice that sticks in your head, then this one is worth your time." Caveats aside, I hope you'll give Dig Two Graves a chance. Andrew spent 25 years in Philadelphia's rare book trade, where he learned that the best stories are often scrawled in the margins. Now he brings that historian's eye for detail and a collector's love of the strange and forgotten to his writing--whether that involves industrial disasters as horror fuel or fantasy weapons with strong opinions. When he's not writing, you'll likely find him out hiking, or browsing in the aisle of