The Last Train

Praise for The Last Train“An unrelenting portrayal of a strong female character driven to dark deeds in a foreign land—and the heart-pounding search to find her.” Publishers Daily Reviews “An absorbing investigation and memorable backdrop put this series launch on the right track.” Kirkus Reviews “For anyone who loves crime and cop novels, or Japanophiles in general, this is a terrific thriller. Fans of Barry Eisler’s early novels will find the same satisfactions here.” Blue Ink Review “The Last Train is nothing short of electrifying, a masterpiece that combines action with humor and suspense.” Readers’ Favorite “I would definitely recommend it to crime and murder mystery fans, especially those with an interest in Japanese culture.” Online Book Club “Set in Tokyo, this exotic crime thriller is a lightning-fast chase to the finish line that’ll leave hearts pounding and pages turning.” Best Thrillers “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 “…a well written and enticing look into the culture of Tokyo. 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 “While mystery readers will relish the progress of a detective torn between two cultures, it's the reader of Japanese literature who will truly appreciate the depth of background and references that make The Last Train a standout story.” Midwest Book 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, this a novel that aims to please, and can’t really help but do so.” IndieReader “A well-paced and absorbing mystery, with quick action and a look at urban life, theirs is an utterly page-turning adventure.” Foreword 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 “The Last Train by Michael Pronko is a five-star detective read. It is unique, intriguing, and will hook the reader from beginning to end. I highly recommend it to all mystery lovers!” Reader Views 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 Finalist: National Indie Excellence Awards Finalist: International Book Awards Finalist: Foreword’s Book of the Year Awards Finalist: Independent Author Network “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 Beauty and Chaos: Slices and Morsels of Tokyo Life Gold Award: First Place Reader’s Favorite Awards 2015 Gold Award: eLit Awards 2015 Silver Award: eLit Awards 2015 Gold Award: Non-Fiction Authors Association 2015 “…a rare gem of exploration that holds the ability to sweep readers into a series of vignettes that penetrate the heart of Tokyo’s fast-paced world.” Midwest Book Review “The author’s love for the city is evident…he has explored the place and soaked up every small detail about life in Tokyo.” Readers’ Favorite “Beauty and Chaos is a spectacular read. The collection is masterful and unique.” SPR Review “These pieces feel flowing and natural, perhaps because many arose simply from walking around, people-watching.” The Bookbag “An elegantly written, precisely observed portrait of a Japanese city and its culture.” Kirkus Reviews Tokyo’s Mystery Deepens: Essays on Tokyo Gold Award: eLit Awards 2015 Silver Award: eLit Award 2015 “…a rare glimpse of the structure and nature of Tokyo’s underlying psyche.” Midwest Book Review “An insider’s view of what life is really like in this pulsing, densely populated Asian metropolis.” Luxury Reading Blog “Tokyo’s Mystery Deepens plunges into the minuscule details of what it is like to be a Tokyoite.” OnlineBookClub.org