As Nick and Norm close in on a surprise suspect, the pages practically turn themselves. Bodies keep piling up and things keep getting worse for Detective Scott, but readers will smile (and shiver) right to the end.
I had a grand time reading the Gay Detective: Nick and Norm in Chicago, and am looking forward to reading the second book in the series: Nick and Norm in Key West. This offbeat and marvelous police procedural has heart and humor tied up in a neat and well-written little package, and it’s most highly recommended.
-Jack Magnus, Readers' Favorite
The first novel of the series that started it all.
The premier of Nick Scott’s TV talk show, The Gay Detective, appears to be a big hit until his first guest ends up murdered. Nick and his older, straight partner Detective Norm Malone hunt this heinous serial killer tagged The Reaper. This odd couple encounters both personal and professional conflict as this suspenseful noir thriller races to a surprise conclusion that leaves Nick and Norm battling for their lives.
This book is well worth your time and money.
-Amazon Reader
In this enjoyable caper, Michaels displays a superb sense of humor, using it to balance Nick's complex emotions and the story's suspense. Michaels' beguiling new tale is an amusing and gripping way to spend a few hours.
-Kirkus Reviews
When vacationing Chicago detectives Nick and Norm witness a tragic accident involving a famous entertainer, the local police chief asks for their help. The duo's investigation uncovers crime and corruption in paradise as they come face-to-face with a ruthless killer...
While I was definitely expecting an exciting thriller, what I walked away with was that and so much more!
-Amit, Medium
I would recommend this book to all those who enjoy diversity in their characters and a touch of provocative seduction in their detective novels.
-Kris Moger, Readers' Favorite
A psychotherapist for several years, Ken felt equipped to help clients master many types of trauma. But when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he realized he needed support and guidance through the physical and emotional challenges. Incorporating acceptance and humor, he wrote How’s Your Prostate? to help guide you through your own experience of prostate cancer. He shares his feelings from detection to recovery, and he also includes helpful, proactive tips for anyone dealing with this disease. How’s Your Prostate? will help you or somebody you love to navigate the reality of prostate cancer.
Practical and insightful. Share this book with everyone and their partners.
-Adrienne Curran, MD
-Jerry Jackson, MD
Wonderful patient perspective with plenty of medical knowledge thrown in.
I read somewhere humor can strengthen the immune system. Prostrate cancer patients don't always like to talk about what they're going through but Michaels, with his first hand knowledge and witty humor, has made it way easier. We're a prostrate cancer surviving couple and my wife and I laughed together, knowing we're not alone...
-Butch P.
“I have worked on many genres and many thrillers (The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest; The Da Vinci Code) and I feel Ken’s book deserves a place among them. He truly is a new voice in the genre.”
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