About the author(s)

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

“If there is one crime writer currently capable of matching the noirish legacies of Raymond Chandler and Dashiell Hammett, it’s Lawrence Block.” - San Francisco Chronicle

“A knockout. . . . Block delivers a one-two punch of humor and introspection.” - Boston Herald

“Block’s trademark blend of humor and violence is a good fit for the deadpan Keller. . . . One of the crime genre’s most unusual antiheroes.” - Publishers Weekly

“With Lawrence Block, one of the most prolific mystery writers alive, it’s always been plotting, and a clever ear for dialogue, that illuminates the inner regions of his characters’ souls.” - Philadelphia Inquirer

“Against all odds, Block will have you rooting for the professional killer.” - Florida Times-Union

“[An] engrossing thriller” - Fort Worth Star-Telegram

“Block treats both his unlikely hero’s initial flight and his attempt to establish a new identity in such painstaking detail that they become riveting....From the first, Keller assumes this hit will be his last case. Readers can only hope it isn’t so.” - Kirkus Reviews

“Block keeps the readers on edge.” - Daily News (Iron Mountain-Kingsford, MI)

“Lawrence Block’s crime fiction stands out because of his ability to create interesting and likeable characters....[Hit and Run] is no exception.” - Tampa Tribune

“Crazy, good fun, crafted by an experienced mystery writer who should never put down his pen.” - Deseret News

“One of the best novels of the summer season. Block remains a true master of the crime genre.” - Chicago Sun-Times

“As entertaining as we’ve come to expect from Block’s books.” - Charlotte Observer

“The wry observations throughout, uttered by Keller as well as the other two main characters, will keep you smiling until your cheeks hurt.” - New York Sun

“Brisk, suspenseful, and funny.” - Library Journal

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