2013 Reading: Stein, Stoned by Hal Ackerman

stein stonedStein, Stoned by Hal Ackerman

Described as a “soft-boiled” mystery, this book definitely doesn’t take itself too seriously. Harry Stein, a former pot aficionado, gets himself involved in three mysteries at once. (One involves the theft of some primo weed.) They’re all a little far-fetched, but that’s what the suspension of disbelief is all about. The point is that Stein is turning 50 and isn’t really happy about where his life is at the moment. Chasing down leads and facing a little danger is just what he needs!

I’m no mystery fan, but this was a fun, quick read. And, like so many mysteries, this is part of a series. Stay tuned for more adventures of Harry Stein.

About the author

I am the author of three novels--THE LAST BIRD OF PARADISE, OLIVER'S TRAVELS, and THE SHAMAN OF TURTLE VALLEY--and three story collections--IN AN UNCHARTED COUNTRY, HOUSE OF THE ANCIENTS AND OTHER STORIES, and WHAT THE ZHANG BOYS KNOW, winner of the Library of Virginia Literary Award for Fiction. I am also the co-founder and former editor of Prime Number Magazine and the editor of the award-winning anthology series EVERYWHERE STORIES: SHORT FICTION FROM A SMALL PLANET.

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