A review by bennought
The Manual of Detection by Jedediah Berry

5.0

This book took me completely by surprise. It is beautifully written, with an interesting and not-wholly predictable plot and engaging characters with real depth. Berry has taken many of the classic noir tropes and reinterpreted them through the Sci Fi, dystopian lens of the universe he creates; which is both refreshing and masterfully done. On top of that, the book is absolutely hilarious, often with a dry, subtle humor that complements the action and world perfectly. Highly recommended, and I can't wait to read what Berry writes next.