Review
Praise for High Chicago :
“Shrier . . . writes with an easy assurance and a killer sense of humour. . . . High Chicago is a great addition to the mystery shelf.” — NOW
“Howard Shrier’s first novel, Buffalo Jump , won the Arthur Ellis Award for best first novel. High Chicago , his second, will definitely be short-listed for another. It’s got the same stellar characters, the same clever plotting, and, if anything, an even better story.” — Globe and Mail
“ High Chicago confirms Shrier as an author to watch for, both in Canada and abroad. It’s a mystery that peels away the urban layers of big business civility to expose the raw flesh of reality underneath.” — Hamilton Spectator
“A more than worthy sequel, with an intriguing plot, a wicked sense of humour and masterfully managed dialogue. You might even say that Shrier is making the world of crime fiction a better place, one Jonah Geller mystery at a time.” — Calgary Herald
“Combining fast-paced action with well-structured plots, and featuring a complex but likeable protagonist, Shrier’s novels are fast winning him legions of loyal fans. If you enjoy contemporary hard-boiled tales with nuanced characters, check out High Chicago ; you won’t be disappointed. “ — Sherbrooke Record
“Shrier is one of the most exciting new voices in the mystery genre. This sophomore effort is sure to please.” — Village Post
“With High Chicago , Shrier cements his reputation as a fine mystery writer. I suspect and hope that he and Jonah will be around for a long time to come.” — Canadian Jewish News
“ _High Chicago***** is tighter, tauter, and speedier than its predecessor**.** I am looking forward to the next American city to receive a flying visit from Jonah Geller and his crew.” —Yvonne Klein, reviewingtheevidence.com
“Shrier’s first Jonah Geller mystery was terrific; _High Chicago _is even better.”
_ — Linwood Barclay, bestselling author of No Time for Goodbye and Too Close to Home _
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“Howard Shrier’s first novel,_ Buffalo Jump , won the Arthur Ellis Award for best first novel. High Chicago , his second, will definitely be short-listed for another. It’s got the same stellar characters, the same clever plotting, and, if anything, an even better story.” —Margaret Cannon, The Globe and Mail _
“A plot brimming with greed, deceit, violence and murder makes_ High Chicago a fast-paced, entertaining read.” —José Latour, bestselling author of Crime of Fashion _
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“A fast-moving and violent tale that proves your deadliest enemy is probably the person sleeping right beside you. I hope Geller returns for a third book.” —Lee Goldberg, writer and producer
“A crackling good mystery . . . a compelling portrait of modern secular Jewish life complete with its wisdom, contradictions, and abiding humour. _High Chicago is often funny, sometimes violent, and always thoughtful, with a powerful sense of place throughout. Toronto may have just found its Spenser in PI Jonah Geller, and I can’t wait for his next case.” —Sean Chercover, award-winning author of Trigger City and Big City, Bad Blood*
About the Author
Howard Shrier was born and raised in Montreal and has worked in a wide variety of media, including magazine and radio journalism, theatre and television, sketch comedy and improv. He lives in Toronto with his wife and their two sons.