Join a heart-racing road trip across 1970s America as two cousins make the heist of their lives and must avoid the cops and criminals hot on their tails.
It’s the summer of ’74…Richard Nixon has resigned from office, CB radios are the hot new thing, and in the great state of Texas two cousins hatch a plan to drive $1 million worth of stolen weed to Idaho, where some lunatic is gearing up to jump Snake River Canyon on a rocket-powered motorcycle. But with a vengeful sheriff on their tail and the revered and feared marijuana kingpin of Central Texas out to get his stash back, Chuck and Dean are in for the ride of their lives – if they can make it out alive…
Scott Von Doviak, longtime pop-culture journalist for The A.V. Club, Film Threat, The Hollywood Reporter, and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, made a splash with his debut novel, CHARLESGATE CONFIDENTIAL, which Stephen King called “terrific” and “a fun machine…the white-knuckle kind.” With LOWDOWN ROAD, he cements his reputation for pedal-to-the-metal storytelling that also makes you think about just who we are and where our darker roads might lead us.
His Review:
The Snake River Canyon is about 450 feet from rim to river and straight down. Evel Knievel is going to jump it with his motorcycle. Bets are made around the country on how many pieces will be left after he falls. Bikers from around the country are converging on Twin Falls to watch the event. Three never-do-wells are speeding across country being tracked by a sheriff who wants to kill rather than apprehend them. They have a delivery to make to drug dealers who are working the event.
The sheriff is always a step behind the three as they speed towards Twin Falls. He will kill anyone who gets in his way and he particularly likes killing bikers. This story moves and has a number of interesting twists. Read and enjoy! 4.5 stars – CE Williams
Many thanks to our local library for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
Rosepoint Publishing:Four point Five Stars
Book Details:
Genre: Heist Crime, Southern United States Fiction Publisher: Hard Case Crime ISBN-13: 978-1803364124 ASIN: B0BHY252BD Print Length: 296 pages Publication Date: July 11, 2023 Source: Library
The Author:Scott Von Doviak’s twenty-year pop culture writing career includes three books, a stint as a film critic for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, and a decade as television reviewer for The Onion’s AV Club. His debut novel “Charlesgate Confidential” was called “terrific” by Stephen King and named one of the top ten crime novels of 2018 by Tom Nolan of the Wall Street Journal. His 70s-set thriller “Lowdown Road” will be released in July 2023 by Hard Case Crime. He lives in Austin, Texas.
Former Marine sniper Lew Gale, now a detective with the Orange County California Sheriff’s Department, is assigned to track and shoot a mountain lion that has killed a man in the rugged country east of Laguna Beach, California. The victim is Bennet Tarlow, a rich developer and man-about-town in upscale coastal Orange County.
The investigation takes a chilling turn when Lew and his new partner, Daniela Mendez, discover that Bennet was dead long before the lion got to him. And while he might have been the first to die, he certainly will not be the last.
At the Publisher’s request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
His Review:
Bennet Tarlow III is shot dead and the most influential person in Texas must be avenged! His grieving sons are fighting over his substantial fortune and must never turn their backs on another family member.
This story focuses on the greed and corruption that come when spoiled offspring scramble for the position of heir. The father has written a will and it defines the child he wants to become his heir. His sons and daughters care about their father’s riches but particularly where they stand in the heir position. A story about family greed and discord.
I found the tale a bit of a ring road with danger to each sibling at every turn! Can their father mean so little to the heirs? Read and experience the calamity! 3 stars – CE Williams
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
The Author:T. Jefferson Parker is the bestselling author of 28 crime novels, including Edgar Award-winners “Silent Joe” and “California Girl.” Parker’s latest work, “The Rescue”, explores the strength of the human-animal bond and how far we will go to protect what we love.
Parker was born in L.A. and grew up in Southern California. He studied English at UC Irvine and worked as a newspaper reporter for five years while writing his first book, “Laguna Heat” on evenings and weekends. HBO made “Laguna Heat” into one of its first original television movies in 1987.
Although the “T” is part of his legal name it does not stand for a name. It is a decorative initial put there by his parents, who once told him they thought T. Jefferson Parker would look good on the White House door.
Parker lives in north San Diego County, and enjoys fishing, hiking and just about anything outdoors.
A luckless thief’s wrong turn becomes a crooked cop’s fortune in a wild ride of a thriller by a New York Times bestselling author.
Failed lawyer Robert Green has such a good plan: Crack three hundred safe-deposit boxes and sail off to South America with his brilliant, morally flexible sister, Penny. If it weren’t for the damned freezing rain.
In the dying resort town of Granite Shores, cop Jack Biddle is self-appointed king—mostly of bad decisions. Between his family’s crumbling legacy, a wife who just joined the city council, and life-threatening gambling debts, Jack’s looking for a way out. Then he spots a van spinning off a mountain road into the valley below. In the wreckage, Jack finds a very dead Robert, millions in heisted loot…and opportunity.
All Jack has to do is clean up the mess, disappear Robert’s body, make off with the fortune, and not get caught. One hitch is Penny. Another is Mitch Diamond, a wild card ex-con who knows more about the missing fortune than he lets on. Jack, Penny, and Mitch each have an endgame. But there’s only one way out, and they’re crashing headlong toward it.
His Review:
Penny Green had always been the smartest person in any room. Her IQ being above 220 meant her mind captured anything she saw or read. She was required to work with a criminal element that held her on the threat of death. There seemed to be no way out.
Those hired to “Protect and Serve” were no help whatsoever. Work with them or expect a bullet in the back of the head. This was the path Penny seemed to be following. She had no alternative and no way out. The crime boss got immensely wealthy while she remained under his thumb, literally!
Jack Biddle has been the Chief of Police in Granite Shores for two decades. He knew where all of the bodies were hidden and how many of the citizens owed him special treatment. Near the end of the book, he finds himself on the wrong side of some very vindictive people. Granite Shores has been controlled by the criminal element for as long as anyone could remember. Mercy and compassion are not in the city father’s vocabulary.
This book highlights some of the cruel elements that run some of the coastal cities. Gritty, unlikable characters tends to the profane. 3.5 stars – CE Williams
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
Rosepoint Publishing: Three point Five Stars
Book Details:
Genre: Dark Humor, Heist Thrillers, Police Procedurals Publisher: Thomas & Mercer
ISBN-13: 978-1662525636 ASIN: B0DWPF2ST2 Print Length: 367 pages Publication Date: November 4, 2025 Source: Publisher and NetGalley
The Author:Tod Goldberg is the New York Times bestselling author of over a dozen books of fiction, including The Low Desert: Gangster Stories, Gangsterland, a finalist for the Hammett Prize, Gangster Nation, The House of Secrets, which he co-authored with Brad Meltzer, and Living Dead Girl, a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. His essays, nonfiction, and criticism appear widely, including in the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal, as well as Best American Essays, and have earned five Nevada Press Association Awards. He is also the cohost, along with Rider Strong and Julia Pistell, of the popular podcast Literary Disco. Goldberg is a Professor of Creative Writing at the University of California, Riverside, where founded and directs the Low Residency MFA program in Creative Writing & Writing for the Performing Arts. You can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @todgoldberg and on Facebook at facebook.com/todgoldberg or visit todgoldberg.com.
1944, Oklahoma. With their family farm on the brink of ruin, Paul’s life takes an unexpected turn—but newfound fortune comes at an unimaginable cost.
In rural Oklahoma, 13-year-old Paul wrestles with more than the typical burdens of adolescence. With a struggling farm, Allied boots marching through Europe, and whispers surrounding his mother’s death, life feels anything but simple. But when an unexpected windfall saves them from poverty, Paul discovers that wealth brings complications he never imagined.
Paul’s rags-to-riches move to Tulsa thrusts him into a world of private schools and sprawling mansions, where he and his brother face bullies, a distant father’s impossible expectations, and the weight of devastating loss. Haunted by guilt and buried secrets, Paul’s journey spans decades as he searches for forgiveness and a way to bridge the chasm between himself and the father he never truly knew. Award-winning and praised for its unforgettable characters, The Promise of Unbroken Straw is a journey of heartbreak, secrets, and redemption.
His Review:
The promise of free land sent many homesteaders to Oklahoma’s panhandle. Life there is very difficult but love and a strong will holds the families together. Tending animals, weeding, caring for the soil, and resting at night is their only reward for this lifestyle.
There are affluent families in Tulsa but the homestead is three plus hours away from the city. Then, the discovery of oil on their property alters the fortunes of the family. Moving into a fine house in the city changes the entire family’s future.
Rich youth take advantage of the situation, and the two sons are harassed and bullied at school. There is no respite from the bullies who push around the boys who have been taught not to respond. This story is tension-filled and very poignant and reminds me of my youth long ago. Read and enjoy! 4.5 stars – CE Williams
Many thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
Rosepoint Publishing:Four pointFive Stars
Book Details:
Genre: Historical World War II & Holocaust Fiction, Historical World War II Fiction, World War II Historical Fiction Publisher: Yorkshire Publishing ASIN: B0D3QR6M1Q Print Length: 374 pages Publication Date: May 8, 2024 Source: Author and publisher
The Author: A native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ken Steele holds degrees in Civil Engineering from Oklahoma State University and MIT. The Promise of Unbroken Straw is Ken’s debut novel, a work of historical fiction. He resides in Colorado with his wife of 41 years where his days are filled with skiing, pickleball, golf, hiking, and all that the mountains can offer.
Darrell Henshaw hoped he was past it all. After all, no ghosts had visited him for years. Instead, he learns his five-year-old-son, Leo, has inherited his “gift.” Now, they both can see ghosts. Upon his parents’ insistence, Darrell drives his young family 800 miles to celebrate his aunt Gertrude’s 80th birthday. But, once they arrive in the resort town of Saugatuck, Michigan, their participation gets derailed by the spirit of a Native teen who went missing weeks earlier. When he and Leo inquire about the girl, the locals dismiss their concerns—”Those girls run away all the time.” Still, as questions pile up and threats grow, Darrell senses they may have stumbled onto something far worse and even more evil than one missing teen. Can Darrell continue to pursue justice for the girl if it places his wife and son in danger?
His Review:
The main characters include a father who has just discovered on a trip to Michigan with his family that his five-year-old son apparently has the same “gift” he has with seeing ghosts. They are being summoned by the ghost of a Native teen but realizing that trying to help her plight may gravely endanger his own family. The writing is gripping, emotional, sensitive, and pocked with twists that’ll keep the reader on the edge of their seat.
Many young Native American women go missing each year. Many of the young women leave to gain a better quality of life. The belief is that they run away from home in their early teens and are never heard from again. The actual reason is much more sinister. The plight of Native Americans is the breaking of treaties by the government and displacement of the tribes into some of the poorest areas and non-arable soils in our country.
Randy Overbeck has written a very fine exposé on the actual reason that they seem to be missing. The resulting crimes are neither investigated nor prosecuted! This story made me angry because of the lack of attention to this matter by any governmental group. Shame on our country for not protecting these people and prosecuting the criminals. Read the story and see if you don’t agree. 5 stars – CE Williams
[Note: We’ve both been given the opportunity to read installments in the Haunted Shores Mysteries series, including Blood on the Chesapeake and Crimson at Cape May. Read one and you’re hooked. This can be read as a standalone, but each is a treat and we can heartily recommend. V Williams]
Many thanks to the author for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
Book Details:
Genre: Paranormal Fantasy Publisher: The Wild Rose Press, Inc. ASIN: B0F89DGNMF Print Length: 361 pages Publication Date: July 23, 2025 Source: Author
The Author:Dr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author, speaker and podcaster. As an educator, he served children for more than three decades and has mined that experience to create captivating fiction, authoring two series, the bestselling series, “The Haunted Shores Mysteries,” and the award-winning series, “Lessons in Peril.” His novels have won critical acclaim and garnered national awards including Mystery of the Year (ReaderViews) Best Book Award (Chanticleer Books and Reviews) and the Gold Award (Literary Titan) and amassed hundreds of 5-star reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. Dr. Overbeck also hosts the popular podcast, “Great Stories about Great Storytellers,” which reveals the unusual and sometimes strange backstories of famous authors, directors and poets and can be heard wherever listeners get their podcasts. He is a speaker in considerable demand, sharing his popular presentations about ghosts and the world of book publishing with hundreds of audiences all over the U.S.
As a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Dr. Overbeck is an active member of the literary community, contributing to a writers’ critique group, serving as a mentor to emerging writers and participating in writing conferences such as Killer Nashville and the Midwest Writers Workshop.
When he’s not researching, writing, speaking or podcasting, Randy enjoys traveling with his wife Cathy and visiting both his far-flung family and the scenic locations around this country, often in search of inspiration for his next great story.
The bestselling author of Just Stay Away and Pike Island returns with the pulse-pounding story of a prodigal son sorting friend from enemy in a small town trembling with secrets.
Jim McCann was a high school basketball star destined for the NBA. Then an injury shattered his knee and his dreams. Disillusioned, he cut ties with his stifling hometown.
Years later, he returns for his father’s funeral. Finding that his mother has dementia, he reluctantly takes over the family propane business. But there’s a silver lining: reconnecting with Kyle, his childhood best friend, and meeting Kelli, the only one who understands his struggle to fill his own big shoes.
There’s a dark cloud too. Colton Reid, a troubled former classmate, still holds an old basketball grudge. And after Kyle convinces Jim to fire him, the disturbing incidents begin. Nothing too serious at first—until the stalking hits Jim where he lives, unleashing a cascade of grave revelations.
Now there’s no denying things have gone too far. As the stakes spike, Jim learns what he’ll do to protect himself, his loved ones, and the home that won’t let him go.
His Review:
James McCann left Silent Creek just after high school. He decided he would never return to that town. However, upon his father’s death he is the only one who can care for his mother, who is suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease. He is met by his childhood friend Kyle, who was running his father’s business for years. Kyle is kept on but James is taking over the reins of the firm.
A ne’er-do-well named Colton keeps screwing up his job and is fired. Silent Creek is a small town and there are very few jobs available in the area. Colton has a burning hatred/jealousy for the McCann family and for James in particular. Things begin to happen that are much more than mere accidents. The suspect is Colton, who is thought to be seeking revenge for the loss of his job, family, and future in Silent Creek.
This story is well written and includes a surprise ending I did not expect. The characters are well developed and the action moves along believably. Read and enjoy this story. 4.5 stars – CE Williams
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
Rosepoint Publishing:Four point Five Stars
Book Details:
Genre: Domestic Thrillers, Psychological Thrillers Publisher: Thomas & Mercer ISBN-13: 978-1662530111 ASIN: B0DFZ3Z58H Print Length: 255 pages Publication Date: October 7, 2025 Source: Publisher and NetGalley
The Author:Tony [Wirt] was born in Lake Mills, IA, and got his first taste of publication in first grade, when his essay on Airplane II: The Sequel appeared in the Lake Mills Elementary School’s Creative Courier.
He’s a graduate of the University of Iowa and spent nine years doing media relations in the Hawkeye Athletic Department. He’s also been a sportswriter, movie ticket taker and Dairy Queen ice cream slinger who can still do the little curly thing on top of a soft serve cone.
He currently lives in Rochester, MN, with his wife and two daughters.
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A gripping Vatican mystery of power, secrecy, and betrayal
Rosepoint Publishing:Five Stars
Book Blurb:
A vanished conclave. An empty Sistine Chapel. And a secret buried for eight centuries.
From internationally bestselling author Glenn Cooper comes a gripping Vatican conspiracy thriller that has already topped the charts in Italy.
When Pope John XXIV is found dead in his bed just two years after his election, the world braces for a new conclave. But as the cardinal electors are sealed inside the Sistine Chapel, something unthinkable happens.
Hours pass. No smoke rises. No vote is announced.
And when Vatican Secretary of State Elisabetta Celestino breaks protocol to open the doors—she finds the chapel empty. The cardinals have vanished without a trace.
CNN religion expert Cal Donovan is on-site to cover the conclave, but soon finds himself swept into a global investigation. As panic spreads and theories abound, Cal uncovers a chilling trail leading back to a centuries-old order—one that has waited in the shadows to cleanse the sins of the Church… with blood.
Ancient secrets. Ruthless power. And a final reckoning that will shake the foundations of faith.
His Review:
The recent conclave of Cardinals elected Pope Leo XIV. It was done fairly quickly after the death of John Paul II. (Apparently, he was being groomed by the former Pope in his final years.) All Roman Catholics know that the Pope is elected by a conclave of Cardinals under 80 years of age that meets in the Sistine Chapel to elect the successor. This story examines that tradition from a unique perspective.
Why has there never been a female head of the church? Tradition has it that there will never be a female pope. One of Christ’s closest confidants was Mary Magdalene. She certainly helped continue His teachings after His death. Catholic schools teach religion and a majority of the teachers are nuns. Then why are there no female priests? Other Protestant religions certainly have female church leaders!
This book delves into a mythical event in which all of the Cardinals are captured and taken away to a secret place in France. The world is in an uproar and many police and investigative organizations are searching for them! The master minds of this undertaking are a group of very rich people who wish to “right” history.
The fascinating portion of the story to me is the discussion of the Cathars. This was a religious group in the thirteenth century that believed in everything the church in Rome believes but did not believe that the church should be so rich and all powerful. They also believed that women should be equal to men and be allowed into the priesthood…and still do.
This is a very fascinating fiction thriller interwoven with historical events! 5 stars – CE Williams
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own.
Book Details:
Genre: Conspiracy Thrillers, Historical Thrillers, Historical Mystery Thriller & Suspense Fiction Publisher: Lascaux Media ASIN: B0F8C5N5K6 Print Length: 312 pages Publication Date: May 19, 2025 Source: Publisher and NetGalley
The Author:Glenn Cooper is an internationally published thriller writer with over eight million copies sold in thirty languages. Many of his twenty novels have reached the top ten bestsellers list. Cooper holds a degree in archaeology from Harvard College and a medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He practiced internal medicine and infectious diseases before transitioning to biomedical research and becoming a biotech CEO. Additionally, he has written numerous screenplays and produced three feature films. He draws on his experiences and studies to craft fast-paced thrillers that explore historical, philosophical, religious, and scientific themes.
A novel so good I had to share with the CE. His review below.
Book Blurb:
From the bestselling author of Submerged: Life on a Fast Attack Submarine in the Last Days of the Cold War.
In the spring of 2001, Hiram Bleeker, a lonely, guilt-wracked Vietnam veteran with severe PTSD, is holding a gun to his mouth. As he is about to pull the trigger, an enchanting woman who does not seem to be of this world introduces him to something that restores his soul—rescuing immigrants in the desert and flying them over the internal checkpoints of the US Border Patrol in southwest Texas. As he flies immigrants in his small plane and saves them from the killing dehydration and heat of the Texas desert, the darkness in his heart begins to fade. But when America is attacked on September 11, it succumbs to fear and hysteria. What was once a simple act of human kindness is now a serious crime against the state, potentially a capital offense. Hiram must woo the love of his life and elude the clutches of the Border Patrol while flying over the desolate and hostile plains of Texas. In this book, you will learn about the healing power of love, redemption through sacrifice, and how to hot-wire an airplane.
My Review:
Don’t you just love that title?
I’ll confirm first thing that the novel delivers on the title. Okay, yes, I’m attracted to stories first about dogs and also Vietnam veterans since my husband is one—the latter, of course. So, with that title and the promising blurb, I had to read this one.
I loved Hiram Bleeker who returns from service with PTSD, guilt-wracked, and with no close discernible support. His failure to end it all comes when he begins to transport rescue animals for delivery to their forever homes. And he does this, finding satisfaction in saving so many canine lives for some time.
It’s when he is approached to rescue humans in desperate circumstances that the whole operation becomes dicey. Each mission is unique and comes with perilous circumstances. His plane is a mess and often provides misgivings even from his passengers, but he loves her and knows her inside and out and can wrench out some death-defying aerobatics.
In the meantime, he meets a lady with whom some serious chemistry evolves. Most of my readers know I’m not big on romance, but I loved Lucy. Cerebral and well versed in most subjects, there is a magical quality about her that mystifies Hiram. The author has created an endearing, charismatic character who is equal to Hiram’s, both empathetic and forceful. She becomes a staunch supporter, an advocate, rallying around his undertaking to provide life support for fleeing immigrants.
“Another day with Lucy, another stop on the train to Weirdville. ‘Well, I’ve never seen a luggage rack on a hearse!’“
The storyline provides scenes of desolate vistas, heat-ravaged Texas landscapes, along with the life-threatening wretched conditions of those seeking sanctuary.
“…You have been classified as an Enemy Combatant.”
”What’s that?”
“It’s something we invented. Orwell was right: Control the language, control the narrative, control the population…”
The authorities are relentless and often brutal while the narrative shares in equal measure the support of humanity from unexpected resources.
The novel carries themes of compassion, courage, and redemption. A unique and emotional tale of liberation more than political commentary. The action-packed climax is satisfying and provides closure as well as food for thought.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book. Any opinion expressed here is my own. Heartily recommended!
My Rating: Five Stars
His Review:
There are many dogs to be rescued in Texas. Hiram, a Vietnam veteran and pilot, has been flying these animals in his old Cessna 172 from the Texas border to a rescue for years. Prior to that, his life was a constant swirl downward and he decided life was not worth living.
He could completely dismantle the plane and reassemble it as necessary. His job transporting rescue dogs from Texas to the northern states saved many animals’ lives and kept his old plane flying.
He is approached by a lady who wishes to have a few desperate families flown from Mexico into various locations in the states. A quick flight of a few hundred miles and the cargo was delivered into the country without dealing with U.S. Customs but the Customs Agents became aware and want to shut his operation down and destroy his relic of an airplane.
This story moves well and paints the Border Patrol as little more than a lawless group of thugs. The overall storyline is very entertaining and enlightening. Enjoy! 5 stars – CE Williams
His Rating: Five Stars
Book Details:
Genre: Absurdist Fiction, Metaphysical Fiction, Political Fiction
ASIN: B0DHV4VVHX Print Length: 346 pages Publication Date: June 1, 2025 Source: Publisher and NetGalley
The Author:Henry Rausch graduated from Stanford University and after earning a commission at Officer Candidate School reported to USS L Mendel Rivers (SSN-686) in August 1985. There he served as an Engineering Assistant, Communicator, and Sonar Officer. The ship conducted four classified missions for which they were awarded the Meritorious Unit Citation, two Navy Expeditionary Medals, and the Arctic Service Ribbon. After that tour he served as Weapons Officer onboard USS Sunfish (SSN 649) which conducted deployments in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean. He left active service and served in the Reserves, primarily in NATO Submarine Command and Control. He retired as a Commander in 2005 with 22 years of service and lives with his wife in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. He enjoys outdoor activities and flying small planes and has over 3800 hours of experience as a pilot in command.
The Snake River Canyon is about 450 feet from rim to river and straight down. Evel Knievel is going to jump it with his motorcycle. Bets are made around the country on how many pieces will be left after he falls. Bikers from around the country are converging on Twin Falls to watch the event. Three never-do-wells are speeding across country being tracked by a sheriff who wants to kill rather than apprehend them. They have a delivery to make to drug dealers who are working the event.
The sheriff is always a step behind the three as they speed towards Twin Falls. He will kill anyone who gets in his way and he particularly likes killing bikers. This story moves and has a number of interesting twists. Read and enjoy! 4.5 stars – CE Williams
The Author: Scott Von Doviak’s twenty-year pop culture writing career includes three books, a stint as a film critic for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, and a decade as television reviewer for The Onion’s AV Club. His debut novel “Charlesgate Confidential” was called “terrific” by Stephen King and named one of the top ten crime novels of 2018 by Tom Nolan of the Wall Street Journal. His 70s-set thriller “Lowdown Road” will be released in July 2023 by Hard Case Crime. He lives in Austin, Texas.
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