About the Author

Lawrence Block is one of the most widely recognized names in the mystery genre. He has been named a Grand Master of the Mystery Writers of America and is a four-time winner of the prestigious Edgar and Shamus Awards, as well as a recipient of prizes in France, Germany, and Japan. He received the Diamond Dagger from the British Crime Writers' Association--only the third American to be given this award. He is a prolific author, having written more than fifty books and numerous short stories, and is a devoted New Yorker and an enthusiastic global traveler.

Reviews

Exceptional...A Whale Of A Knockout Punch To The Solar Plexus."--" New York Daily News"Realistic, Gripping and Poignant."--" Kansas City Star"Superb....If You Haven't Been Introduced To Scudder Yet, Start Here."--" Chicago Tribune"A Powerhouse."--" Philadelphia Inquirer

"A powerhouse". -- Philadelphia Inquirer