This is an excellent book, and it is exceedingly well crafted. I found it quite gritty, edgy and true to Chicago's way of life. The book opens up with a brutal killing of a woman while she is waiting for a train. Incidentally, private investigator Michael Kelly is a witness to this despicable act and he is drawn into the case.
The tone is very dry, very straightforward, and very engaging. The characters are likeable, and certainly complex. The plot is also complex, and full of surprises. Several situations leave you wondering what will happen next. I found that this book is realistic and has connotations for today's world. It definitely gets you wondering if the scenario given in this book is plausible in today's society. Harvey pulls no punches with this book. I couldn't put it down!
I didn't realize that this was the third book in a series. I will definitely be reading the first two installments. I hope Harvey continues with Kelly's story as I want to find out what happens next.
All in all, an excellent book from an up-and-coming author. It is definitely a book to read, and Harvey is an author to watch.