Recent Reviews

Tell Me What You Did – The BOLO Books Review

Sometimes an author comes up with a genius idea that grabs the reader by the throat in the early chapters and refuses to let go until the final pages are turned. Tell Me What You Did by Carter Wilson is just such a novel. Crime fiction fans will be unable to resist...

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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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Recent Interviews

Lucy Burdette –
BOLO Books Interview

From the Booking Desk: I am so happy to welcome Lucy Burdette to the blog today.  Lucy is the author of the Key West Food Critic mystery series and is an active member of the Jungle Red Writers blog.  Please join us as we discuss her newest novel, the Hemingway cats,...

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Doug Dorst –
BOLO Books Interview

From The Booking Desk: The J.J. Abrams and Doug Dorst created novel S. has been covered here on BOLO Books in a variety of ways.  First we had a glimpse inside the book, followed by the full review of S.  And let's not forget the account of my lunch with J.J. and Doug...

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Barb Goffman –
BOLO Books Interview

From the Booking Desk: The crime fiction short story is one with a very long history and just about every major mystery convention still presents awards in the Short category.  BOLO Books has not really covered very many short stories, so I was excited when the...

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Recent Articles

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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BOLO Books @ Malice Domestic 2023

From the Booking Desk: I can’t believe it’s almost time to leave for Malice Domestic. Time is flying. In case anyone is looking for me around the convention, here are the places where I can almost certainly be found. THURSDAY 5:00-7:00 Early Registration FRIDAY 3:00...

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Cover Reveal – The Ninja’s Oath

From the Booking Desk: I am thrilled to host the cover reveal for the fourth book in Tori Eldridge's critically-acclaimed and award-winning series. The Ninja's Oath sees the return of beloved character Lily Wong in another adventure that blends both mystery and...

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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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