Praise for Pronko’s Books
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Praise for The Last Train, the first in the Detective Hiroshi seriesSolo Medalist Winner New Apple Awards for Excellence 2017
Winner Crime Fiction Beverly Hills Book Awards 2017
Winner Best Mystery Book Excellence Awards 2017
Gold Award Literary Titan Book Award 2017
Finalist Next Generation Indie Book Awards 2018
Top Ten Self-Published Books 2017 The Bookbag
Silver Award IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards 2017
Silver Award Feathered Quill Book Award 2018
Finalist Book Readers Appreciation Group (B.R.A.G.) 2017
Finalist IANB of the Year Awards 2017
Finalist EPIC eBook Awards 2018
Semi-finalist Booklife Prize 2017
“A five-star detective read. It is unique, intriguing, and will hook the reader from beginning to end.” Reader Views
“For anyone who loves crime and cop novels, or Japanophiles in general, this is a terrific thriller.” Blue Ink Review
“This exotic crime thriller is a lightning-fast chase to the finish line that’ll leave hearts pounding and pages turning.” Best Thrillers
“A well-paced and absorbing mystery, with quick action and a look at urban life, an utterly page-turning adventure.” Foreword Reviews
“An absorbing investigation and memorable backdrop put this series launch on the right track.” Kirkus Reviews
“Gripping and suspenseful, this fast-paced thriller unfolds on the streets of Tokyo, where a clever and cold-blooded killer exacts revenge.” Booklife Prize
“Mystery readers will relish the progress of a detective torn between two cultures, the reader of Japanese literature will truly appreciate the depth of background.” Midwest Book Review
“Tokyo comes to vivid life in this taut thriller, an unrelenting portrayal of a strong female character and the heart-pounding search to find her.” Publishers Daily Reviews
“The Last Train is nothing short of electrifying, a masterpiece that combines action with humor and suspense.” Readers’ Favorite
“The Last Train is a fast-paced thriller that skillfully exposes readers to the seedy urban side of Japan and leaves readers anxiously waiting for the next novel in the detective Hiroshi series.” Feathered Quill
“Written from knowledge rather than research, he knows a lot more than he has any need to tell us brings the city gloriously to life.” The Bookbag
“The story behind Michiko Suzuki is compelling and engaging, you can’t help flipping the pages to see what she is going to do next and find out why her victims were chosen.” Literary Titan
“Pronko truly knows how to use the setting in the read, exploring the many facets of the city to maximum effect. The Last Train is a gripping read, and leaves you really wanting to dig into the next book in the series.” Self-Publishing Review
“A heartfelt, thoughtful ode to a strange and beautiful city, in the way that so many classic detective novels are. Lyrically written, with plenty of suspense.” IndieReader
“I would definitely recommend it to crime and murder mystery fans, especially those with an interest in Japanese culture.” Online Book Club
Praise for Pronko’s Writings on Tokyo LifeMotions and Moments: More Essays on Tokyo
Gold Award: Readers’ Favorite Non-Fiction Cultural
Gold Award: Travel Writing Global E-Book Awards
Gold Award: Non-Fiction Authors Association
Gold Honoree: Benjamin Franklin Digital Awards
Silver Medal: Independent Publisher Book Awards
Indie Groundbreaking Book: Independent Publisher Book Review
“Pronko is an insightful author capable of seeing a deeper beauty in everything he writes.” SPR Review
“Vividly captures the depth and beauty of Tokyo, bringing to life the city and the lifestyle.” Reader’s Favorite
“This book sparkles and succeeds as a love letter of sorts to Tokyo. The author’s writing is a joy to read, with wonderful phrasing and vivid descriptions.” OnlineBookClub.org
“This is a memoir to be savored like a fine red wine, crafted with supreme care by a man who clearly has fallen in love with his adopted city.” Publishers Daily Reviews
“Each of his essays brought me closer and closer to an appreciation of the complex and complicated place Tokyo is.” Reader’s Favorite
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