Recent Reviews

Cold – The BOLO Books Review

As readers, occasionally we want one of those narratives that can be consumed in just one or two sittings, providing a fully-rounded experience with minimal time investment. But those books should never be confused with being simple or light. Take for example, Cold by...

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Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead – The BOLO Books Review

Finlay Donovan is Killing It, the delightful series debut by Elle Cosimano was recently nominated for the Best Humorous Mystery Novel of 2021 as part of Left Coast Crime’s Lefty Awards. Next week, the sequel – Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead – will be released and fans...

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The Accomplice – The BOLO Books Review

Lisa Lutz is one of crime fiction’s most unpredictable practitioners. Opening a new Lisa Lutz novel is like taking a step into the dark unknown, aware that potential danger lurks around every turn as the storyline coils its labyrinthine path to unexpected places. This...

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Recent Interviews

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Recent Articles

BOLO – Week of February 10, 2019

From The Booking Desk: It is still winter in much of the US, so folks need those books to curl up with by the fireplace. Fortunately, publishers are more than happy to provide them. The Reckoning – Yrsa Sigurdardottir (Minotaur, Hardcover, $26.99, 02/12/2019) BOLO...

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Chantelle Aimée Osman – A BOLO Books Composite Sketch

From the Booking Desk: If you do not know the name Chantelle Aimée Osman yet, you will by the end of 2019. Chantelle has been a fixture around the various crime fiction conventions for years, even being honored as the fan Guest of Honor at Left Coast Crime 2016. She...

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BOLO – Week of February 3, 2019

From The Booking Desk: This is one of those epic book weeks where you definitely want to make your way to your favorite bookshop. So many great books - three I have already reviewed and two others that I will be reviewing soon. Buy any one of them - or all of them -...

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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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