Recent Reviews

Bad Boy Beat – The BOLO Books Review

Over time, Clea Simon has proven that she is a writer capable of success across many of the subgenres that fall under the crime fiction umbrella. She has written cozies with cats—both realistic and paranormal—as well as psychological suspense, often with a gritty...

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If Something Happens To Me – The BOLO Books Review

Over the course of three novels, Alex Finlay has quickly established himself as the go-to author for propulsive and escapist summer reading thrillers. His 2024 release, If Something Happens to Me continues this tradition and capitalizes on his skill at writing twisty...

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Hall of Mirrors – The BOLO Books Review

When John Copenhaver released his critically adored second novel, The Savage Kind, it was revealed to be the first part of a trilogy that would follow Judy Peabody Nightingale and Philippa Watson, tracking their friendship/relationship across a landscape of America’s...

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Recent Interviews

Sophie Littlefield – Interview

From The Booking Desk: Today we are joined by Sophie Littlefield for an interview about her new novel Blood Bond and her career up to this point.  Sophie Littlefield is the the author of many books across different genres, so please check out her website for more...

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Recent Articles

Cover Reveal – Paranoia Blues

From the Booking Desk: Josh Pachter has edited a string of short story anthologies that are inspired by the works of different artists - from Joni Mitchell to Jimmy Buffett. Now he has once again assembled a diverse collection of authors to tackle the discography of a...

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Cover Reveal – The Adventures of the Puzzle Club

From the Booking Desk: Today is the first of two cover reveals this week from the always prolific Josh Pachter. Josh has long had a love of crime fiction's past, and today's reveal with connections to the legendary Ellery Queen is very exciting. Crippen & Landru,...

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Cover Reveal – Exit Interview

From the Booking Desk: I have been a fan of Dana Cameron for a long time. Whether she is writing about a mystery-solving archaeologist or a supernatural race of beings known as the Fangborn (and anything in between), she always delivers. Dana also excels in the story...

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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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