Nathan Heller

Nathan Heller

Series by Max Allan Collins

Dive 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

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