In
this debut novel from author Curley we are introduced to Jonathan
Creed, an exciting new addition to the ranks of fictional hardboiled
private eyes. Curley's raw, impassioned prose is given the added
distinction of coming from someone who is himself a licensed private
investigator. The authenticity this brings is an added treat to what
is already a complex, well crafted crime mystery. The characters you
will meet in BONDS, starting with Creed and then including friend
and foe alike, are all multi-layered and fascinating (sometimes in
decidedly unpleasant ways), as is Curley's presentation of New York
City. The tale, as already mentioned, is complex and compelling, its
thrills and twists mixed with emotion and romance and some nice
touches of wisecracking humor.
You're
going to like BONDS. A lot. And you're going to want to see more of
Creed and the John Curley byline.
Strongly
recommended.
