The Naked Detective

Pete Amsterdam originally opened his private investigator office primarily as a tax write-off, but his circumstances change when a legitimate client arrives with a genuine case. The Naked Detective, Volume 1, follows Amsterdam as he navigates the complications of a real investigation that brings unexpected problems to his doorstep. This fiction novel introduces a character caught between professional necessity and the messy realities of private detective work.

As a New York Times reviewed work, The Naked Detective offers a compelling look into the life of a private investigator. Laurence Shames presents a grounded story within the crime fiction genre, focusing on the challenges faced by Amsterdam in his early career. This first volume establishes the foundation for a series centered on the unpredictable nature of investigative work and the personal stakes involved in solving a case.