Neon Mirage

Set in 1946 Chicago, this installment of the Nathan Heller series follows private investigator Heller as he uncovers the secrets behind a shooting targeting a gambling boss, leading him into the darker corners of Las Vegas and Hollywood. As Heller navigates complex loyalties and dangerous figures like Bugsy Siegel, the story explores the birth of Las Vegas amid a backdrop of mob intrigue and crime. With unexpected alliances and a thrilling crescendo, the narrative showcases Max Allan Collins’ mastery of modern noir without revealing too much.