Joe Ide grew up in South Central Los Angeles. His favourite books were the Conan Doyle Sherlock Holmes stories. The idea that a person could face the world and vanquish his enemies with just his intelligence fascinated him. Joe went on to earn a graduate degree and had several careers before writing IQ, his debut novel, inspired by his early experiences and love of Sherlock. Joe lives in Santa Monica, California. www.joeide.com
Joe Ide is the best new discovery I've come across in a long time. And Isaiah Quintabe is the kind of sleuth not seen on the mystery landscape before. -- Michael Connelly Ide writes with confidence and a sharp wit -- SUNDAY TIMES Raised in South Central, Joe Ide expands the territory of L.A. noir -- Gal Beckerman, New York Times Truly feels like an heir to Elmore Leonard -- Daily Telegraph