"There's a new no-nonsense female private detective in town: Georgia Davis, a former cop who is tough and smart enough to give even the legendary V.I. Warshawski a run for her money."
— Chicago Tribune
"Georgia Davis works the affluent suburbs north of Chicago, fertile territory for crime that's lain fallow far too long. Davis's arrival on the mean streets is long overdue."
— Sara Paretsky, author of the V.I. Warshawski Mysteries
"Hellmann brings to life the reality of bullying... enough twists and turns to keep you reading to the end. Highly recommended."
— Library Journal (starred review)
Ellie Foreman Mystery-Thrillers
"A powerful tale... Foreman's pluck and grit married to Hellmann's solid storytelling should win a growing audience..."
— Publishers Weekly
"Libby Fischer Hellmann has already joined an elite club: Chicago mystery writers who not only inhabit the environment but also give it a unique flavor."
— Chicago Tribune
"A traditional mystery with a modern edge... the author's confidence shows from beginning to end... refreshing as soft serve ice cream on a hot summer night."
— Crimespree Magazine
Saga Series
Set the Night on Fire
"A top-rate standalone thriller that taps into the antiwar protests of the 1960s and 70s."
— Publishers Weekly
"Haunting... Rarely have history, mystery, and political philosophy blended so beautifully... could easily end up on the required reading list in college-level American History classes."
— Mystery Scene Magazine
A Bitter Veil
"The Iranian revolution provides the backdrop for this meticulously researched, fast-paced stand-alone... A significant departure from the author's Chicago-based Ellie Foreman and Georgia Davis mystery series, this political thriller will please established fans and newcomers alike."
— Publishers Weekly
"Hellmann crafts a tragically beautiful story... both subtle and vibrant... never sacrificing the quality of her storytelling. Instead, the message drives the psychological and emotional conflict painting a bleak and heart wrenching tale that will stick with the reader long after they finish the book."
— Crimespree Magazine
Havana Lost
"Masterfully crafted… Hellmann has a superb gift for the colorful depiction of her characters… I can't image any noir aficionado not enjoying Havana Lost."
— Rich Reeder, aliteraryreeder
"A riveting historical thriller... This multigenerational page-turner is packed with intrigue and shocking plot twists."
— Booklist
War, Spies, and Bobby Sox
"Libby Fischer Hellman powerfully illustrates what individuals could have faced while living in such perilous times. This is an engaging read with much food for thought."
— BookReporter
"Ms. Hellmann's love of history and thirst for knowledge shines through... fabulously researched and beautifully told."
— Michelle Nicholls, Big Little Sister Blog
A Bend in the River
"Sisters Mai and Tam's very different paths to survival in war-torn Vietnam provide a compelling, page turning story. Hellmann brings history to visceral, tangible life."
— Amy Alessio, Bookreporter
"Hellmann's simple but elegant prose offers interesting nuance and added depth to a war we thought we knew but maybe did not entirely understand."
— BookTrib
"Gripping…Hellmann smoothly integrates into her harrowing narrative such aspects of the conflict as guerrilla warfare, spying, Agent Orange, reeducation camps, and boat people. This passionate story of survival has staying power."
— Publishers Weekly
Max's War: The Story of a Ritchie Boy
"Hellmann expertly marries heaps of historical detail with a thoughtful illustration of the dangers of nationalism. This ranks with the author's best work."
— Publishers Weekly
"Hellmann's novel informs as its story surges ahead, through tragedies and breathless escapes, and the personal cost of vengeance. This thriller will resonate with history enthusiasts but also anyone seeking stories about standing up against hate."
— BookLife, Editors' Pick
Capital Partners: A Financial Thriller
★★★★★
"I enjoyed this book. I am normally a cozy mystery fan at heart but this was certainly a thriller worth reading and a real eye opener… I loved the way Grace and Dana start off as frenemies and had to learn to trust and work with each other… More books like this please."
"An extremely well written book on financial manipulation with AI. I enjoyed it, but even if I'm too old to really worry about it, it does frighten me a bit. I don't know much if anything about AI, but this book explained a lot to me."
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