Recent Reviews

The Note – The BOLO Books Review

Publishing, like most businesses, beats to a rhythm all its own. There is a cyclical nature which is comforting in many ways. During the early months of the year, readers can count on the appearance of some books their publishers have genuine faith in—titles that will...

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What the Wife Knew – The BOLO Books Review

What the Wife Knew is the fifth stand-alone domestic thriller from the twisted mind (and pen) of Darby Kane. Like all of Darby Kane’s work, this rollercoaster of a novel starts by laying all the groundwork before the first hairpin turn sends the reader on an exciting...

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Top Reads of 2024 According to BOLO Books

As usual, I have taken this task of selecting my Top Reads List very seriously and really struggled to make sure the list commemorates my favorite books of the year. Simply put, sometimes this means splitting hairs and having to leave off books that I truly loved but...

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Recent Interviews

Liz Nugent –
The BOLO Books Interview

From the Booking Desk: Today, I am happy to welcome Liz Nugent to BOLO Books.  Liz is the author of Unravelling Oliver.  If you missed the review of Unravelling Oliver, check it out before continuing on to this wonderful interview with Liz Nugent.  I suspect you will...

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Lisa Alber –
BOLO Books Interview

From the Booking Desk: I first "met" Lisa Alber via the comments section on the Jungle Red Writers blog.  Those that follow BOLO Books know that I frequent that wonderful site run by a great collection of female authors.  I was even asked by Hank Phillippi Ryan to...

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BOLO Books Interviews –
So Far…

From the Booking Desk: I realized recently that my list of followers has grown tremendously since I first started the blog in late 2012.  I thought that it might be a good idea to compile a list of the interviews I have done into one post, in case some of you missed...

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Recent Articles

Cover Reveal – Sanctuary Motel

From the Booking Desk: Alan Orloff graciously agreed to be one of my first guest on WE ARE WHAT WE READ, so when he asked me if I would be interested in hosting the cover reveal for his new novel (coming in October from Level Best Books), I quickly said yes....

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We Are What We Read Episode 1 Available

If you follow me on social media, you have no doubt heard about my new initiative, We Are What We Read, so I am excited to tell you that the inaugural episode is available now. Over the next 12 months, 8 members of our crime fiction family (new folks each month) will...

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Cover Reveal – Because the Night

From the Booking Desk: I am thrilled to host the cover reveal for the new Henry Malone novel from James D. F. Hannah. James and I have been friends for a number of years and invariably make sure to meet up when we are attending the same convention. As always, 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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