Hit & Run

Dev Haskell Mystery #32

by Mike Faricy

Private Investigator Dev Haskell gets a personal invitation to high school classmate, millionaire, Arthur (Arty-Farty) Grumley's mansion. Dev didn't like the guy in high school and nothing's changed since then. Still, it's an investigation and Dev can charge Arty-Farty top dollar. There's just one problem that suddenly turns into many problems.

Meanwhile, Dev is dating two women. What are the odds they have a common friend? Things are once again complicated.

Better get your copy now and see if Dev makes it out alive . . .

Genres: Mystery, Mystery Thriller

338 pages, Paperback

First published April 17, 2022

About the author

I was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, I still live there as well as in Dublin, Ireland. I've been a soldier, freelance journalist, tended bar, sold designer cakes, owned a painting and decorating company along with a number of other schemes and scams. If that doesn't offend you I also play bagpipes with the Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band. All my books stand alone, read them in whatever order you wish. They are filled with the sort of oddballs we are all curious about, but wisely, prefer to keep at a distance. None of my characters will be saving the world from terrorism, international banking conspiracies or coups to take over the government. Rather, they inhabit a world just below the surface of polite society, characters with one foot on either side of the law. The circumstances they find themselves in are usually due to bad decisions, but bad decisions lead to interesting stories. They serve not so much as an example but as a warning to us all. Thanks for taking the time, happy reading.

Reviews

[Madelon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Surprisingly, HIT & RUN, has Dev Haskell dating two women and not really juggling them. He's also reunited with a high school classmate, Arthur (Arty-Farty) Grumley, a guy he never liked who is now a millionaire. You may think you know where this story is headed, but, take it from me, you don't.

Along with the usual characters, Luscious Dixon makes an appearance so Dev can help a friend and restauranteur with a protection money racket problem. Arty Farty's problem turns into a cold case mystery. And Dev hasn't screwed up the dating two women thing.

There is a lot going on in this one… a hit and run cold case, a baby adopted almost twenty years ago, a street musician being harassed by thugs, and a protection racket. How on earth will Dev deal with all this while dating two different women? The resolution to this is excellent and more than deserves a 5-star rating.

I am an unabashed fan of the Dev Haskell series. The books keep getting better and better because the character development gives more and more depth to our hero. If you haven't read the early books in the series, you don't know what you're missing. My recommendation? Start with the first book in the series, RUSSIAN ROULETTE, and binge your way through to the end.

[Denise Zendel · Rating 5 out of 5]

PI Dev Haskell gets a chance to right a wrong from his high school days when an annoying but filthy rich nerdy former classmate turned millionaire hires him to find his long-lost son. The client only gives Haskell the least helpful 50% of the information he needs to find the kid, leaving out significant facts like, oh, the mother of said boy was Haskell’s the one who got away. Turns out age hasn’t improved the guy’s personality, but Haskell figures he can charge him top dollar for doing the work.

This was another fun read from Mike Faricy. In the beginning of the series, Haskell kind of annoyed me because he was the stereotypical PI – slightly shady, and a bad boyfriend, stumbling onto the solution. Over the years, however, Haskell has become a better person with more sense and integrity. This book was particularly fund because he was dating two women, and the tables were turned on him. I enjoyed watching Haskell’s dating challenges while still being able to pursue his case and take care of some friends.

I am always happy when a Haskell book bubbles to the top of my TBR pile. I know I’m going to see some action, enjoy the ride while the case is solved, and be entertained all the way through. These are pure escapist fun for me. No graphic violence, just interesting stories, witty dialogue, and likeable characters.

If you like Carl Hiaasen, Tim Dorsey, Elmore Leonard, Janet DeLeon, Janet Evanovich, or Gregory Mcdonald, you’d probably like the Haskell books. Oh, and they can be read out of order.

Faricy also writes the entertaining Jack Dillon Dublin Tales mysteries (Dillon is my No. 2 favorite fictional boyfriend) and a series of standalone novels, the Hotshot Series.

[Christopher H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good story; it showed a more mature side of Dev & Luscious. That was nice to see. However, at being around 38 years old, I would think it's about time for Dev to find Miss Right & settle down. Also, maybe time to show more realistic view of Louie and either have him have a heart attack or try doing what Luscious in this story has done.
Like usual I found the story to be very entertaining. I just wish you would do a crossover up once or twice as you tell a type story and bring an outside character like Kolchak into the story. He could come to town hunting a vampire that killing people for Dev's favorite crime lord. Kolchak and Dev would only have to meet once or twice as they both go looking for the killer pursuing him (or, better yet, her) from two different angles. It could make for a great Halloween story. Just a suggestion.

[Steve · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dev Haskell's 32nd novel, Hit And Run, is author Mike Faricy's 32nd book in his Dev Haskell series. Through a long-running series, Faricy has maintained and increased quality and entertainment. Hit And Run features Dev, his Twin Cities-based protagonist, Louie, his attorney office mate, and the well-loved dog Mort. Between visits to The Spot, Dev's favorite bar, Dev is on the job looking for the killer of his high school girlfriend, who died under suspicious circumstances. Hit And Run is full of unpredictable plot twists and bad guys believing they can escape their evil actions due to their wealth. Do not ignore the always comic conversations between all of the memorable characters in another winning effort by the author.

[Jeff Benham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let's just say that you are a PI. A very rich guy hires you to find his son, who he has never seen. All he has is a birth record. No name listed for the son and father listed as None. The mother's name is redacted. So, basically, only the date of birth for a clue. Seems like an impossible task. Fortunately, Dev Haskell is smarter than he looks. What he finds out is, rich guy has an ulterior motive and its not good.

[Pedro Bedro · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dev gets a job from someone who was at his old school who he never liked and ends up nailing him to the wall in a cold case involving an ex girlfriend, what were the chances of that happening ? Another entertaining tale of Haskell's talents for attracting women and trouble not necessarily in that order and his talent for manipulating them to his advantage but what does he live on apart from beer and pizzas ?

[Joann Diaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second time a Dev Haskell story made me cry. If you haven’t read The Dance, I highly recommend it.
In this story, as Dev is conducting an investigation for a client, he begins looking into the death of his former high school girlfriend Diane Donnelly. When he learns she was the victim of an unsolved hit and run, he is determined to give Diane and her parents justice.

[Christmas Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dev, Morton, and a glass of wine, that's all you need. I can never get enough of Dev or Morton. If I could read a new book everyday filled with Mr. Faricy's fabulous characters it would be a dream come true. Laughs, danger, great plots, and perfect dialogue, Hit and Run hits all the right spots. A top shelf, not to be missed novel. Run, don't walk, and get your copy now. Highly Recommended.

[Philip Northrup · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mike's books just get better and better with each one. Dev takes on a case from years past about a girl he dated, that was killed in a hit and run. Through a lot of investagating, as always he was able to solve it and give closure to the family. And amazingly not have to deal with Tubby in this one.

[Marshall Bryant · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love this series

Good book with an interesting plot. Noticeably absent were Tubby Gustafson and his henchman- Fat Freddie which was no great loss. Hope Mike Faricy keeps Dev novels coming.

[Don Paske · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the better Dev Haskell books. Good character development. Good dialogue.

[Rocky Rachal · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Romping Good Read

Very entertaining and fun. The storyline is quite interesting. The characters are engaging and interesting. The action is fun to read.

[Philip Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb and heartwarming

Another great story that features all the regulars. This story whilst very good was quite touching and full of surprises. One of the best Dev Haskell tales

[Mike Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

didn't see that coming

Dev is quite the lady's man at times and always seems to foul it up with them But he's a great crime solver

[Rita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book

Well done, Mike Faricy, again! I don’t know how you keep coming up with these Dev Haskell situations and P.I. cases, but I’m sure glad you do.

[Caryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of his best!

I thought this was one of the best Dev Haskell books I have read. I mean I love them all, but this just hit me different.

[Beth Helm · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

I loved this book. Dev gets a new client that takes him mentally back to high school. Hopefully he will be able to come to terms with everything.