"Michael Essington is one of my favorite writers. This book is old-school, hard-boiled fun. Characters are awesome, stories great, every page made me laugh. And I learned an important lesson which is-trust the fucking cards " -James Frey, author of A Million Little Pieces and My Friend LeonardWith his characteristic raw and minimalist style, Michael Essington takes us on a walk through his side of town in Misconceptions of Hell. He gives us little vignettes of depravity and lasciviousness, bite-sized pieces of what is both beautiful and grotesque.Essington's legend continues to grow. Misconceptions of Hell is a vivid evocation of slow-paced, low-life urbanity and alcoholism, and an excellent introduction to the literary world of Michael Essington.