Angel Eyes (The Amos Walker Series #2)

Loren Estleman, a seasoned suspense writer, involves Amos Walker, a crusty sleuth, with Detroit characters who range from very rich to tough, underworld types. Mystery fans will quickly become addicted to Walker, who manages the menacing facets of his profession with a shot of scotch and a sense of humor. In this highly successful novel, Amos Walker becomes involved with a nightclub dancer who gives him an expensive diamond ring as a retainer and then disappears. This story has all the right ingredients - a beautiful woman in trouble, illicit sex, stolen funds, murder, and the unexpected twist at the end. Tough abounds. There is tough talk, tough cops, a tough union boss a la Jimmy Hoffa, tough hoods, and a tough woman editor of a small town newspaper. Relax with the knowledge that a thoroughly pleasant few hours of listening entertainment is in hand.