But Hailey's ability to tell a story was recognised by some critics. In the "New York Times", John Reed conceded, in a review of "Wheels", that "Mr. Hailey is nothing if not a competent craftsman." Christopher Lehmann-Haupt, in his "New York Times" review of "The Moneychangers" wrote, "What I had in mind was diversion, and, to tell the shameful truth, I found it." Reviewing "Detective", "Publishers Weekly" wrote, "Old pro Hailey... remains adept at hooking readers with his propulsive brand of storytelling."