John Straley
John Straley is the author of thirteen previous crime novels. He has won a Shamus Award and a Spotted Owl. His books have been featured on CBS Sunday Morning and on Fresh Air with Terry Gross. He has worked professionally as a wilderness guide, a horseshoer, and for thirty years as a private investigator in Alaska.
John Straley is the author of thirteen previous crime novels. He has won a Shamus Award and a Spotted Owl. His books have been featured on CBS Sunday Morning and on Fresh Air with Terry Gross. He has worked professionally as a wilderness guide, a horseshoer, and for thirty years as a private investigator in Alaska. See less
John Straley's Featured Books
John Straley book reviews
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The Angels Will Not Care
Kudos for John Straley
by ipclowes, Jan 17, 2008
Without a doubt, John Straley's novels set in Alaska are the best in the genre that I've read in years. His descriptions of every venue in which the action takes place are poetic and set the emotions ... Read More
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Cold Water Burning
Another Winner
by ipclowes, Jan 17, 2008
Cold Water Burning is the most violent and disturbing of the six novels of John Straley. The central plot is underlined and enhanced by the natural violence that occurs in the Alaskan environment. He ... Read More
