Gary M. Kramer, Philadelphia Gay News

Sherman’s witty novel is full of clever pop-culture references (“CSI,” “Charlie’s Angels” and the films of Barbra Streisand) and many amusing one-liners. The wacky characters, which include Kevin’s BFF, Freddy, an African-American gay guy adopted by a Jewish family (who peppers his flirty comments with Yiddish), and Kevin’s mom, who comes to live with him, are immensely enjoyable. There is a laugh-out-loud funny encounter involving Kevin’s mother... and Freddy’s banter is hilarious. Sherman has announced plans for a next installment in the series, and gay-mystery fans who read “First You Fall” will be anxiously anticipating Kevin’s continued adventures.  Read the full review.

J.A. Konrath, author of the Jack Daniels mysteries

Funny, intriguing, and exciting---everything a great mystery should be. There's also a warmth, a passion, a sexiness here rarely found in novels of this genre. Kevin Conner is a terrific hero, and I'm looking forward to his next adventure. Scott Sherman is the gay Janet Evanovich.

Megan Hart, author of Tempted

Wow! Fast paced, sexy read with a hero I adored. I picked it up to read while my computer backed up and devoured it in a few hours. Kevin Connor, male hustler, was cute, sweet, sexy and I loved being inside his head! Oh, and Tony? Super yum. First You Fall is a great, fun read and I look forward to the next Kevin Conner Mystery!

Drewey Wayne Gunn, author: The Gay Male Sleuth in Print and Film

It's a light read, it's a pleasant read, it is in fact one of the best reads I've had this year. Though Kevin says that he has "about as much business solving a murder as Sherlock Holmes did turning tricks," with a little help from Freddie, Marc, and Tony, he turns out to be pretty skillful. One closes the book hoping that it’s not just author hype when Scott Sherman insists in his afterword that "Kevin Connor is coming back soon.”  Read the full review at Reviewing the Evidence, the premier mystery review website.

Amos Lassen, Amazon.com Top 500 Reviewer

Outstanding first novel features realistic, likable characters and great wit.    With several major gay mystery series having wrapped in the past five years, there is definitely a need for some fresh ideas in that genre, especially utilizing characters that are likeable, relatable, intelligent and realistic. First time novelist Sherman hits on all four cylinders there, and infuses just enough humor in his book to keep the reader smiling as well as enthralled, making it hard to put the book down even for a minute. Looking forward to his announced sequel, and hopefully much more after that. Absolutely recommended highly, with five hustling stars out of five!!

Mary M. Garavaglia, Amazon.com Reviewer

Lawrence Block + David Sedaris = Scott Sherman:  If you like surprise endings and hilarious repartee, you'll love "First You Fall" by Scott Sherman. This is one of those mysteries you can't put down and keeps you guessing until the last page. Combine this with the added bonus that it is laugh out loud funny throughout and you've got a real winner. The two main characters, gay "sleuth" Kevin Connor and his best friend Freddy are very likable and keep the dialogue (and the action) moving along flawlessly. This is a strong first novel for Mr. Sherman. I hope he continues to beguile us with his talent.