Steve Hamilton
Steve Hamilton is an acclaimed American author best known for his mystery and thriller novels. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he gained recognition with his debut novel, "A Cold Day in Paradise," which won the Edgar and Shamus Awards. Hamilton is celebrated for his compelling Alex McKnight series set in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. With a background in computer science, his storytelling blends atmospheric settings with intricate plots that captivate readers.
Book summaries for books written by Steve Hamilton
Quotes
I don't know if you've ever had a dream that changed your entire life, but I did.
I'm not a hero, I'm just a guy who knows how to crack a safe.
The thing with secrets is that they're like poker chips. The more you have, the more you can use to get what you want.
The world is full of people who can't believe they're the only ones who know the secret.
Sometimes you just have to walk away from the things you love. You can't always get what you want, even if you're willing to pay the price.
Once you've learned to lie, you're always a liar.
The truth is, no one really knows anyone else. We're all strangers, even to the people we love.
Fear is a powerful thing. It can make you do things you never thought you could do.
There's something about the night that makes people believe they can get away with anything.
The past is the heaviest thing to carry. It's like a bag of rocks that you can never put down.
People always think they can change others, but the truth is, people change themselves.
The only way to truly escape your past is to make peace with it.