Recent Reviews

Swipe Right For Murder – The BOLO Books Review

James Patterson is sometimes viewed as a controversial figure in the book world, but there is no denying that he knows a good story when he sees one and he has always been a champion for diversity in the literary landscape. So, it is no surprising that his young adult...

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The Murder List – The BOLO Books Review

Up to this point, most of Hank Phillippi Ryan’s novels have centered on journalists whether they are newspaper writers, television reporters, or true crime documenters. With The Murder List, her second stand-alone novel of suspense, Ryan takes a step away from that...

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The Hidden Things – The BOLO Books Review

It is certainly challenging to find a way into a crime plot that has not been attempted before, but in The Hidden Things, Jamie Mason has managed to do just that. Teenager Carly Liddell is attacked as she enters her home one afternoon and her ability to fend off the...

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Recent Interviews

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Recent Articles

Kay Kendall – A BOLO Books 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 Kendall...

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Mark Edwards – A BOLO Books 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 is a much...

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E. A. Aymar – A BOLO Books 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. I am...

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About

Welcome to BOLO Books. The blog name comes from the common police acronym meaning “be on the look out.” (or “be on the lookout” – depending on your source). This is especially appropriate in this case, as this blog will focus on books in the mystery and thriller genre. Crime fiction is my passion and I want to share that with you.

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