Recent Reviews

A Nearly Normal Family – The BOLO Books Review

For all intents and purposes, the Swedish authorities are convinced that eighteen-year-old Stella Sandell killed thirty-two year old Christopher Olsen. But did she really? And if she did, why? This is the premise behind M. T. Edvardsson’s A Nearly Normal Family, the...

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The Island – The BOLO Books Review

Anyone who read The Darkness, the first book in Ragnar Jónasson’s "Hidden Iceland" series knew that by necessity, the follow-up was going to have to be a very unconventional sequel. And that is exactly what The Island delivers. By breaking out of the structural mold...

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The Scholar – The BOLO Books Review

Dervla McTiernan’s The Ruin seemingly dropped out of nowhere to garner critical acclaim, award nominations, and countless fans, but the release this week of the follow-up, The Scholar, confirms that this was not an anomalous fluke. Dervla McTiernan is a storyteller to...

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Recent Interviews

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Recent Articles

Cover Reveal –
Bolt Action Remedy

From the Booking Desk: BOLO Books is thrilled to host the cover reveal for J. J. Hensley's new novel, Bolt Action Remedy. Read on for a look at the cover, a description of the exciting plot, praise from the crime fiction community, and contact information for J. J....

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Malice Domestic 2017 Panel Schedule

From the Booking Desk: The panel schedule for Malice Domestic 29 in Bethesda, Maryland (April 28-30, 2017) has been announced. As always, there are plenty of wonderful events throughout the weekend to satisfy any crime fiction fanatic. You can find the full schedule...

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APB – Spring 2017

From the Booking Desk: This is the seventh post for this feature here at BOLO Books – The APB (All Points Bulletin). As always, competition for these slots was tough. What books are generating that elusive buzz in the publishing industry? Which are books that I have...

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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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