by Kristopher | Jul 26, 2017 | Review
A high-concept science fiction stand-alone seems like a rare thing; examples that also combine a multitude of other genres might as well be referred to as a unicorn. Fortunately for readers, Marcus Sakey has given us just that with his new novel, Afterlife. In the...
by Kristopher | Jul 25, 2017 | Review
City of Saviors is the fourth book in Rachel Howzell Hall’s critically-acclaimed Elouise “Lou” Norton series. Readers who have followed Lou from her debut in Land of Shadows to Skies of Ash and then through Trail of Echoes will need no further impetus to crack the...
by Kristopher | Jul 21, 2017 | Composite Sketch
From the Booking Desk: Fridays have always been exciting because they mark the start of the weekend, but since I started this new feature here at BOLO Books, Fridays also mean the posting of a new Composite Sketch interview. This week, it’s a joy to have Kay...
by Kristopher | Jul 19, 2017 | Review
Fudge! Hollywood Homicide by Kellye Garrett ends way too quickly. Taking into account the quality of her writing, her flair for the dramatic, and that killer sense of humor, Kellye Garrett could easily be the secret lovechild of Shonda Rhimes and Tyler Perry, but rest...
by Kristopher | Jul 14, 2017 | Composite Sketch
From the Booking Desk: I first discovered Mark Edwards via the crime novels he co-wrote with Louise Voss, before moving on to his more recent solo writing projects. I was lucky enough to meet Mark at a Bouchercon – maybe 2015? – and happily discovered he...
by Kristopher | Jul 12, 2017 | Review
Once a reader latches on to a series, they typically remain loyal to both that series and its author. Essentially, this means journeying with a series through the highs and the lows – often beyond the point where everyone involved knows that perhaps it is time for the...
by Kristopher | Jul 10, 2017 | Review
Not only is Jeff Abbott’s Blame the most additive thriller of the summer, it also happens to be an astute study of the corrosive nature of blame and the destructive power of its sibling emotion, guilt. Blame is perfect for fans of domestic suspense. It tells the story...
by Kristopher | Jul 7, 2017 | Composite Sketch
From the Booking Desk: E. A. Aymar is an author, columnist, managing editor, moderator, and all around good guy. He is a friend to authors both local and beyond. And he can always be counted on to provide a much needed laugh – even sometimes at his own expense....
by Kristopher | Jul 6, 2017 | Articles
From the Booking Desk: On October 10th, 2017, Sid the Skeleton returns in the next novel in Leigh Perry’s cozy mystery series. The Skeleton Paints a Picture is the fourth book in this humorous paranormal series. If you have not yet met Sid and his crazy band of...
by Kristopher | Jul 5, 2017 | Review
In addition to being a very good short story on its own, Karin Slaughter’s Last Breath also happens to be the perfect introduction to the author’s upcoming novel, The Good Daughter. Last Breath familiarizes readers with Charlotte “Charlie” Quinn, a young lawyer...
