The Shallows - (Nils Shapiro) by Matt Goldman (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Private investigator Nils Shapiro is hired to investigate the brutal murder of Todd Rabinowitz, and soon it seems everyone connected to the prominent lawyer wants Nils to protect them from suspicion. The unfaithful widow. Her artist boyfriend. The lawyer's firm. A polarizing congressional candidate. A rudderless suburban police department. Even the FBI.

As Nils personal life takes its own unexpected turn, he and his partners unravel a web of deceit that draws national attention. Someone doesn't want them to discover what dark secrets Todd was keeping, and they won't stop until they silence Nils as well.

In The Shallows, New York Times bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning writer Matt Goldman delivers another thrilling page-turner with his signature pace, humor, and richly drawn characters.

Review Quotes

Praise for The Shallows

"Goldman seasons the complicated puzzle with healthy doses of dry wit and meaningful secondary stories for his characters. Hopefully, Nils and company will return soon." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"The wry, witty private investigator is back in this sequel to Broken Ice. Fans of classic hard-boiled crime novels of the 1930s and 1940s will appreciate Nils's intelligence and likable coworkers, who star in a novel that is timely, not old-fashioned, and featuring a riveting story." --Library Journal, starred review

"A complex story, stocked with interesting characters." --Mystery Scene

Praise for Gone to Dust:
"Sharp wit, complex characters, and masterful plotting makes Goldman a writer to watch. Irreverent and insightful, private detective Nils Shapiro is sure to become a fan favorite." -Harlan Coben, New York Times bestselling author

"A perfect blend of light touch and dark story - I want more of Nils Shapiro." -Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author

"A clever mystery that starts with a unique crime scene, mixes in a package of red herrings, and tops off the plot with Nils Shapiro, a private eye who is as interesting as his name." -Phillip Margolin, New York Times bestselling author

About the Author

Matt Goldman is a playwright and Emmy Award-winning television writer for Seinfeld, Ellen, and other shows. He brings his signature storytelling abilities and light touch to his Nils Shapiro series, which begins with Gone to Dust. He lives in Minnesota with his wife, pets, and whichever children happen to be around.