Michael Zinn Lewin crea cautivadora ficción de misterio, a menudo ambientada en su natal Indianapolis, presentando al distintivo detective privado Albert Samson de bajo perfil. Aunque arraigado en el entorno de su ciudad natal, Lewin, ahora residente desde hace mucho tiempo en Inglaterra, también explora el paisaje inglés con una serie centrada en la agencia de detectives Lunghi, gestionada como un negocio familiar. Su repertorio literario se extiende más allá de las convenciones del género, abarcando novelas independientes que profundizan en diversos lugares. Notablemente, su obra satírica se aventura en reinos fantásticos, demostrando un enfoque versátil para la narración.
Terrorism hits Indianapolis with bombs, and gumshoe Samson works to nab the culprit before Indianapolis is blown off the map! "The late Ross Macdonald once said, 'Lewin is fast, funny and brilliant.' There seems no need to revise that assessment".--Wall Street Journal.
Set in the cutthroat realm of television production, the novel explores the relentless pursuit of success and the sacrifices made along the way. Through the protagonist Leopold's journey across decades, the narrative delves into the choices and circumstances that shape his life, ultimately addressing the pivotal question of how he arrived at his current state. The story highlights the pressures and moral dilemmas faced in a youth-obsessed industry.
Four interconnected short stories feature an unusual client who brings Albert Samson into intriguing situations. Each tale explores different facets of Samson's character and the challenges he faces, showcasing his unique approach to solving problems. The narratives blend humor and mystery, offering readers a captivating glimpse into Samson's world and the eccentricities of his client.
Jan Moro, a small-time hustler whose fate is tied up with Billy Cigar, a big-time murderer, falls afoul of Cigar and then gets on the bad side of the police, leading him to become a sleuth trying desperately to stay alive. Reprint. PW.
Die sechzehnjährige Eloise beauftragt Albert Samson, ihren biologischen Vater zu finden. Zunächst denkt er, es sei eine Teenagerlaune, doch als er mit den Recherchen beginnt, gerät er unerwartet in große Schwierigkeiten.
In Indianapolis droht eine Umwelt-Terroristengruppe mit täglichen Bombenanschlägen, bis ihre Forderungen erfüllt werden. Bisher gab es keine Verletzten, doch die Situation ist angespannt. Die maskierten Aktivisten suchen unerwartet Hilfe bei Albert Samson und seiner Detektei.
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