7-30-2026 12:21pm

New Crime Novel The Car in White Brings Long Island Connections to Life

Samantha Hespos Editor

By Samantha Vogel-Hespos
Editor, Long Island Daily News

A new crime novel is drawing attention from readers who enjoy stories of family, loyalty, and redemption with ties to New York and Long Island. The Car in White, written by Long Island author Nikolas Pleiadi, serves as a prequel to his novel In Powder Blue and explores the events that shaped the lives of its central characters.

Set against the backdrop of New York from the 1970s through the early 2000s, The Car in White follows Salvatore LoCicero, a young man whose life is transformed as he becomes entangled in organized crime while trying to build an honest future. As the story unfolds, readers witness the difficult choices, personal sacrifices, and family bonds that define his journey.

The novel combines suspense with historical elements, weaving real-world events into a fictional narrative that examines the lasting impact of violence, loss, and the search for redemption. While crime fiction often focuses on action, The Car in White also emphasizes the emotional consequences faced by its characters, making it a story about family as much as it is about crime.

Author Nikolas Pleiadi draws on the culture and atmosphere of New York and Long Island to create an authentic setting that many local readers will recognize. His attention to detail and character development has earned praise from readers who appreciate crime novels with strong storytelling and memorable personalities.

As interest in independently published fiction continues to grow, The Car in White offers readers another opportunity to discover a work by a local author whose stories are rooted in the communities and history of the region.

Whether readers are longtime fans of crime fiction or simply looking to support local authors, The Car in White provides an engaging story filled with mystery, family drama, and compelling characters. The novel is available through major online booksellers in paperback and digital formats.