Praise for Pitch Dark:
"A perfect beach read that will make you hug yourself in pleasure and excitement and search for a little more warmth."
--Kirkus Reviews, starred
"The resolution is absolutely stunning, and the narrative, as always, is compelling... Maine native Doiron is an outdoorsman, which adds a rare authenticity to the series."
--Booklist, starred
"Tracking a villain through a wilderness is something of a staple for crime novelists... However, it would be difficult to find one more suspenseful or with more startling twists than "Pitch Dark." As always, Doiron's characters are well-drawn, and his cold, rain-drenched setting is so vividly portrayed that readers may find themselves shivering."
--Bruce DeSilva, Associated Press "Stirring... breathless action... Equally welcome are Doiron's always excellent characterizations and atmospheric descriptions of the rugged Northeastern setting. Series fans will love this."
--Publishers Weekly "No list of Maine mysteries would be complete without Paul Doiron."
--Bangor Daily News "Evocative...
Pitch Dark continues Doiron's high standards of showcasing nature in contrast to the motives of people."
--South Florida Sun Sentinel "Pitch Dark is a thriller with twists and turns the reader won't anticipate. It's always a pleasure to read about Mike Bowditch, and this book gives readers a deeper insight into what has made him the man he has become. This novel is an outstanding addition to the series."
--Marilyn's Mystery Reads
"I inhaled the latest Mike Bowditch novel from Paul Doiron... tense and adrenalized from the start."
--Sam Sifton, New York Times Cooking Newsletter "I'm completely addicted to this brilliant series... this book kept me reading long into the night and cancelling all my plans for the next day."
--The Globe and Mail, "The Best New Summer Mysteries" Praise for Dead Man's Wake: "Doiron creates an array of colorful, well-drawn characters, writes in vivid, graceful style, and accurately portray investigative procedures -- this time including the handling of underwater crime scenes. He spins his tale with enough twists and turns to keep readers guessing until the end."
--Associated Press "[Doiron] uses his extensive knowledge of the state's natural wonders to create a strong sense of place in this fast-paced mystery."
--The Washington Post "Doiron's crisp first-person narrative is thoroughly absorbing and richly atmospheric. Readers will enjoy every pine needle-crunching step."
--Booklist, starred
