The 6:20 Man

Analyze how the pursuit of truth in The 6:20 Man reflects the complexities of uncovering corruption within high-power institutions. How does institutional power create incentives that impede the pursuit of truth in the novel?

In what ways does the setting of Wall Street act as a microcosm for the broader themes of the novel, particularly the juxtaposition of wealth and ethical integrity?

How does The 6:20 Man employ misdirection to build suspense? As Devine revises his initial theories of the case, how does his understanding of character—and of the specific people around him—shift and develop?