--- product_id: 515935272 title: "Heat 2: A Novel" brand: "michael mannmeg gardinerpeter gilesharperaudio" price: "€ 7.65" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/515935272-heat-2-a-novel store_origin: FR region: France --- # Heat 2: A Novel **Brand:** michael mannmeg gardinerpeter gilesharperaudio **Price:** € 7.65 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Heat 2: A Novel by michael mannmeg gardinerpeter gilesharperaudio - **How much does it cost?** € 7.65 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/515935272-heat-2-a-novel) ## Best For - michael mannmeg gardinerpeter gilesharperaudio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted michael mannmeg gardinerpeter gilesharperaudio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Heat 2: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719GZMqd1YL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars If you love Mann's original film HEAT, do not miss out on this book! *by K***G on Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2023* Michael Mann’s first novel - co-authored by Megan Gardiner - is fantastic! If you’re a fan of Mann’s original film HEAT or crime dramas in general, you will love this one. HEAT is in my top 5 favorite crime drama films, and Mann is somehow still able to capture the magic of what made that film special in his expansion of the story and the characters, doing so brilliantly in this different medium.Mann takes an approach akin to THE GODFATHER Part 2, in that the book is both a prequel and a sequel for the characters from the film. The “present-day” storyline picks up with Vincent Hannah finalizing his investigation into Neil McCauley’s crew, while Chris Shihirlis attempts to flee Los Angeles, finding a new life and purpose on the run. The story then moves back and forth between 1988, 1996, and eventually 2000. Despite the time jumps, no momentum is lost in the storytelling. Just as in the original film, where Mann introduced multiple plot points that didn’t intersect until the third act of the film, Mann replicates that same result here brilliantly. The action-heavy climax in this story is very different from the classic bank heist scene and shootout from the film, but it is equally thrilling and intense.Everything I knew and loved about Al Pacino’s Vincent Hannah and Robert DeNiro’s Neil Mccauley is brought to life on the page. The amazing fiery dialogue from Hannah when he is interrogating a suspect is just as electric and entertaining on the page as it is on the film screen. Likewise, McCauley’s cool and calculating approach to the planning and execution of his heists is ever present here just as it was in the film. Spending more time with these two lead characters was fully enjoyable for me.While Val Kilmer’s character Chris Shihirlis played sort of “second-fiddle” to McCauley in the original film, his role is far more prominent here. I ended up really enjoying the arc of this character far more than I thought I would, based on what we knew of him from the film. Likewise, both Vincent Hannah’s and Neil McCauley’s stories in the past provide new insights into their characters, feeding into where we first meet them in the film.To make this story distinct from the original film, however, Mann provides a straight-up villain whose path intersects with all of the characters, old and new. While McCauley and his crew were the clear antagonists of the original film, Mann still injected them with just enough humanity so they felt real and relatable. You could sympathize with them to a small extent, getting a window into the personal lives of Neil McCauley and Chris Shihirlis. Not so with this new villain! He is menacing, scary, mysterious, and incredibly smart, making him a force to be reckoned with by all of the characters, present in almost every setting of the story.The conclusion to the story is quite satisfying while still leaving the door open for more to be told between two of the main characters. So I wonder if there will eventually be a HEAT 3 in some form. A part of me wishes that I could see this prequel/sequel brought to life on film, but this book is more than enough to satisfy that itch for more from Mann’s original masterpiece. I knew Mann was a brilliant screenplay writer on his own, but paired with Gardiner he shows he is just as good of a storyteller regardless of the medium. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Top 5 Books I’ve Ever Read *by D***R on Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024* Heat 2Michael Mann and Meg GardinerIf you have ever thought about robbing a bank or stealing millions of dollars, read this book. You will get the same rush. Plus, you will still be breathing when you turn the last page.This might be the best book I’ve ever read. Top 5, for sure. It will be placed next to The Godfather on my bookshelf.I loved watching the movie growing up, and I watched it twice a few weeks before reading this book.I could not put this book down. It has every main character from the movie, along with some new ones. And they are all awesome.The timeline goes back to events that happened before the movie takes place and to events that occurred after the film takes place.It has multiple action scenes that feel very real. If you are a fan of the first movie or just a great crime read, check this out! It will make you want to rob a bank. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars As Great as Expected *by J***. on Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024* Despite stretching out to unbelievable coincidences with both parties almost crossing paths in early Chicago and later in LA, the storyline is thorough and windy. The prequel setup is an excellent look at both Vincent Hannah and Neal McCauley's crew in the years before the original Heat, but intertwining them with other cases Hannah is on during those years becomes a bridge too far.Despite the far-fetched cross threads, every chapter holds a meaningful piece of the background and later sequel to the masterpiece. Characters are as vivid and explosive as the story. Back stories fit together and expand on each other, but jump through too many hoops as they form a tall tale surrounding the cops and highline crew nearly coming together in Chicago amd again later on post bank shootout in LA. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/515935272-heat-2-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/515935272-heat-2-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*