Maxim Jakubowski is a noted anthology editor based in London, just a mile or so away from where he was born. With over 70 volumes to his credit, including Invisible Blood, the 13 annual volumes of The Mammoth Book of Best British Mysteries, and titles on Professor Moriarty, Jack the Ripper, Future Crime and Vintage whodunits. A publisher for over 20 years, he was also the co-owner of London's Murder One bookstore and the crime columnist for Time Out and then The Guardian for 22 years. Stories from his anthologies have won most of the awards in the field on numerous occasions. He is currently the Chair of the Crime Writers' Association and a Sunday Times bestselling novelist in another genre.
"This superior anthology is a welcome companion to In Sunlight or
in Shadow: Stories Inspired by the Paintings of Edward Hopper,
edited by Lawrence Block." - Publishers Weekly
PRAISE FOR MAXIM JAKUBOWSKI
"A well written sharp, incisive crime story (much like a dagger
thrust should be) is a thing of beauty. There are many in this
anthology. Read and enjoy."
- Frost Magazine
"Quality and variety... are guaranteed."
- Morning Star
"Chilling and crafty, and full of devious characters. Not all of
the victims are innocent, and the effects of each story will linger
long after you close the volume."
- The Girl Who Reads
"It's good to see earlier contributions from such luminaries as
Peter O'Donnell, Julian Rathbone and Larry Beinhart among the
star-studded cast which features Ian Rankin, Jeffrey Deaver, Denise
Mina and John Harvey."
- Shots Mag
"The daggers are drawn, business ends out. An absolute must read
for all crime fiction fans."
- Advance the Plot
"Edgy, twisted and disturbing, Daggers Drawn is a visceral and
thrilling collection showcasing the very best modern crime fiction
has to offer."
- Book Lover's Boudoir
"[A]n overall entertaining tale of short stories with quite a few
enjoyable tales to entice the reader."
- Run Along the Shelves
"I'd definitely recommend this great collection for anyone who is a
crime fiction fan."
- Snazzy Books
"[A]n engrossing and entertaining read."
- Annarellix Review
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