Andrew Vachss (author)

Andrew Vachss was an American author and attorney known for his intense, gritty crime novels and stories focused on protecting vulnerable children. He used his legal background to write hard-hitting fiction that exposes abuse, exploitation, and the efforts of underground justice. Vachss’s work often features tough, morally complex characters and themes of social justice, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding at-risk youth. Beyond his writing, he dedicated much of his life to advocating for child protection and supporting organizations that serve abused children, reflecting his commitment to social issues through both his legal work and literature.