Recent Reviews
The Last One at the Wedding – The BOLO Books Review
After the massive and unexpected success of Hidden Pictures, Jason Rekulak returns with a novel that is completely different, while still displaying vast innovation and complex characterization all wrapped up in a compelling plot—making for one the most unforgettable...
The Trials of Marjorie Crowe – The BOLO Books Review
Some books seem to get all the marketing attention based on what publishers believe will be the biggest titles of the season. However, these are human decisions, and sometimes excellent books aren’t afforded the marketing push they deserve. This is actually great news...
All God’s Sparrows and Other Stories – The BOLO Books Review
In her new historical mystery anthology, All God’s Sparrows and Other Stories, Leslie Budewitz entertains as she educates. This collection is comprised of three previously available short stories and one newly written novella, all of which feature Mary Fields—an...
Recent Interviews
Maggie Barbieri –
BOLO Books Interview
From the Booking Desk: On Tuesday, the BOLO Books review of Maggie Barbieri's new novel, Once Upon a Lie, was posted. Today, the author herself is joining us for a delightful interview. Enjoy! ______________________________________________________________________...
Dead Harvest / Chris F. Holm – BOLO Books Inter(Re)view
From The Booking Desk: The saying goes "there is nothing new under the sun," but this is not necessarily true. You may have noticed that the title of this post does not indicate if it is an interview or a review. That is because it is BOTH. In an effort to try...
Justin Kramon –
BOLOBooks Interview
From the Booking Desk: It is with great pleasure that I welcome Justin Kramon to BOLO Books today. Justin's second novel, The Preservationist, has just been released and this is a book that psychological thriller fans are going to be talking about. Read on to see...
Recent Articles
Cover Reveal – Stemming the Tide
From the Booking Desk: Last year, I hosted the cover reveal for Rebecca K. Jones' debut from Bella Book, Steadying the Ark. I also went on to review this gripping and timely novel. That review can be found here. Now I am happy to report that the next novel featuring...
Meg Gardiner – A BOLO Books Composite Sketch
From The Booking Desk: Meg Gardiner likely needs no introduction, especially after last year's smash novel prequel/sequel to the iconic film Heat, which she wrote with director Michael Mann. To my mind, she's been releasing high-quality crime fiction from the start of...
Deborah Crombie – A BOLO Books Composite Sketch
From the Booking Desk: I always delight when I see Deb Crombie at one of the various mystery fan conventions around the country. She's wonderful to talk to and always has a smile on her face. She and Marcia Talley did an event here in Baltimore at the Enoch Pratt...
