The book is a riveting, mesmerizing, engaging, and disturbing portrayal of the author’s cinematic transformation from a rookie cop to a relentless, streetwise, battle-hardened veteran police detective. The veteran graphically describes his action-packed career. Maurice is confronted with the most dangerous and horrific close encounters imaginable while patrolling Baltimore and Prince George’s County, Maryland.
While working undercover, the author is forced to examine and reconcile his upbringing as he operated in the shadows immersing himself in a lifestyle that he spent his entire life trying to avoid. While battling drug dealers, murderers, and robbers, another battle emerged and expanded beyond the streets.
Some of the author’s fiercest battles extended to the halls of the Criminal Investigations Division and the Narcotics Enforcement Division. The author works to free himself of the political entanglements and office politics that often clash with his mission.
Maurice believed his career was in free fall, but a crisis shook the community. Against the odds, Maurice emerged as the lead investigator of an FBI Safe Streets Homicide Task Force, creating the biggest challenge of his career. Maurice confronted the same drug dealer with whom he clashed while working as a patrol officer. The drug dealer ascended to become a Kingpin while Maurice became a detective. The author dives into the shadowy world of pimps and prostitutes as he works frantically to stop the killings, trying to nab the most dangerous and elusive Drug Kingpin in county history, suspected of 12 murders.
The book makes a powerful statement, revealing the complex psychologies underlying police work and the unexpected empathy and compassion some police officers bring to their job every day.
Testimonials
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Mr. Hicks was very professional, kind, and efficient. He was very polite, and he got the job done in an expedient manner. It was a pleasant experience dealing with him, and I highly recommend Mr. Hicks to anyone in need of his wide variety of services.
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This book was like a "ride along" in a police car -- giving you a real feel for police work , including some harrowing experiences. Maurice Hicks has had a fascinating career and I'm glad that he took the time to share his experiences and insights.
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Looking for Trouble by Maurice Hicks is hands down the most remarkable book I've read in years, and that’s saying a lot since it’s not my usual genre. Maurice takes you on a riveting journey through some of the most dangerous and terrifying encounters imaginable while patrolling the streets of Baltimore and Prince George’s County, Maryland. The experience is truly eye-opening. As I read, it felt like I was watching a movie—I could vividly visualize every chapter. Looking for Trouble is an absolute must-read that will leave you breathless.