
Nathan Heller
Series by Max Allan CollinsDive into the gritty underbelly of 1930s Chicago with Nathan Heller, a half-Irish, half-Jewish private eye whose battles with notorious mobsters and historical conspiracies unravel a thrilling tapestry of crime, intrigue, and authenticity in Max Allan Collins' captivating historical mystery series.
Step into the thrilling intertwining of history and crime in the Nathan Heller series, where the past whispers secrets only a keen detective can hear. Set against the backdrop of mid-20th century America—an era bursting with cultural upheaval, jazz, and post-war anxieties—this series follows Nathan Heller, a hard-boiled private investigator whose sharp instincts and relentless curiosity lead him into the dark underbelly of the nation’s most notorious crimes. Driven by a quest for truth and compelled by a complex array of moral choices, Heller navigates a world where the lines between right and wrong blur, bringing him face-to-face with infamous figures like Al Capone and Hollywood legends marred by scandal. As he unravels conspiracies that threaten to rewrite history, each case not only tests his bravery but also forces him to confront his own demons. Delve into a visceral narrative steeped in authenticity, where every page crackles with tension and the ghosts of the past echo in the present. With every twist and turn, Nathan Heller’s journey promises an electrifying exploration of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice. As he delves deeper into the shadows, one question remains: how far will he go to uncover the truth?
Books in this Series
Nathan Heller
True Detective
Published in 1983
True Crime
Published in 1984
The Million-Dollar Wound
Published in 1986
Neon Mirage
Published in 1988
Stolen Away
Published in 1991
Carnal Hours
Published in 1994
Blood and Thunder
Published in 1995
Damned in Paradise
Published in 1996
Flying Blind
Published in 1998
Majic Man
Published in 1999
Angel in Black
Published in 2001
Chicago Confidential
Published in 2002
Bye Bye, Baby
Published in 2011
Target Lancer
Published in 2012
Ask Not
Published in 2013
Better Dead
Published in 2016
Do No Harm
Published in 2020
The Big Bundle
Published in 2023
Too Many Bullets
Published in 2023
Nathan Heller Collections
Dying in the Post-War World
Published in 1991
Kisses of Death
Published in 2001
Chicago Lightning
Published in 2011
Triple Play
Published in 2012