I was lucky enough to discover Robert Crais with his second novel, Stalking the Angel [ his first was The Monkey's Raincoat which introduced detectives Elvis Cole and Joe Pike.] The series was modern, well written and reminded me of an updated version of Robert B. Parker's Spenser and Hawk [well actually, an updated Spenser and Sylvester Stallone's Cobra].

Crais is one of the few authors whose work I buy in hardcover as soon as it's published. With my time being what it is, I just got around to reading Hostage, Crais' latest [which is now out in paperback]. Although not an Elvis Cole novel, it is without a doubt my favorite work by Crais [who as I've said is always very good].

The cool thing about this novel is that the suspense starts on page one and continues to build and build and build. The book has received outstanding reviews from critics and fans alike. Bruce Willis has optioned the book for a movie [which would be an excellent vehicle for him]!

So what are you waiting for? Click here to order the paperback... and watch for Elvis and Joe Pike to return soon in Crais' The Last Detective!