“A feverish story that effectively turns neo-noir conventions on its head. Every detail seems relevant, and not a syllable seems wasted—a tough trick to pull off. It all results in an appealing tale that also upends stereotypical impressions of ’50s Americana,” praises Kirkus Reviews, a distinguished American book review magazine established in 1933.
This glowing review was published on July 2, 2025, and you can explore the full critique at this address:
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/nicholas-litchfield/hessmans-necklace/. For additional insights, be sure to check out further reviews in the Sheffield Star and Literary Titan, available at the links provided: https://www.thestar.co.uk/arts-and-culture/books/hessmans-necklace-by-nicholas-litchfield-witty-gritty-and-packed-with-old-fashioned-charm-book-review-5181580 and https://literarytitan.com/2025/07/01/hessmans-necklace/.
In a previous review, Kirkus Reviews noted, “Litchfield writes with sardonic vigor,” about my earlier novel, When The Actor Inspired Chaos and Bloodshed. This review can be found at this address: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/nicholas-litchfield/when-the-actor-inspired-chaos-and-bloodshed/.