PRAISE FOR MAXIM JAKUBOWSKI<br /><br /><br />A well written sharp, incisive crime story (much like a dagger thrust should be) is a thing of beauty. There are many in this anthology. Read and enjoy.<br />- Frost Magazine<br /><br /><br />Quality and variety... are guaranteed.<br />- Morning Star<br /><br /><br />Chilling and crafty, and full of devious characters. Not all of the victims are innocent, and the effects of each story will linger long after you close the volume.<br />- The Girl Who Reads<br /><br /><br />It's good to see earlier contributions from such luminaries as Peter O'Donnell, Julian Rathbone and Larry Beinhart among the star-studded cast which features Ian Rankin, Jeffrey Deaver, Denise Mina and John Harvey.<br />- Shots Mag<br /><br /><br />The daggers are drawn, business ends out. An absolute must read for all crime fiction fans.<br />- Advance the Plot<br /><br /><br />Edgy, twisted and disturbing, Daggers Drawn is a visceral and thrilling collection showcasing the very best modern crime fiction has to offer.<br />- Book Lover's Boudoir<br /><br /><br />[A]n overall entertaining tale of short stories with quite a few enjoyable tales to entice the reader.<br />- Run Along the Shelves<br /><br /><br />I'd definitely recommend this great collection for anyone who is a crime fiction fan.<br />- Snazzy Books<br /><br /><br />[A]n engrossing and entertaining read.<br />- Annarellix Review