Kidd is a gritty crime thriller series by John Sandford featuring Lucas Ryder, a former NYPD detective who now operates as a private investigator in Minneapolis. The books blend hard-boiled detective fiction with elements of action and suspense, often exploring themes of corruption and organized crime with a darkly humorous and cynical tone. What distinguishes Kidd is Ryder’s unorthodox methods and his deep connection to the city’s underworld.



