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Feb 24, 2023busymom51 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Doiron's first novel captures the real essence of the remote Maine woods, the part of the state that so few people, natives or out-of-staters, ever experience. It is a starkly beautiful, yet brutal and unforgiving. The people who choose to…
Nov 15, 2022JamesMallory rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
The writing was good and the place settings compelling and interesting. Unfortunately, the main character keeps doing stupid things because of some unexplained attachment to his estranged father. It made no sense at all, and just over…
Jul 23, 2022bertzeke3 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I have an attachment to Maine, having spent 14 years vacationing for 2 weeks in the mid-Coast region. I had never been further north, so I found this book very enlightening by getting to know how people live in the beautiful north…
Apr 10, 2022morsesofva rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I thought this book was good, really liked the ending because it was not what I expected to happen. I love author Nevada Barr so was seeking other mysteries set outdoors. Seeing other comments I will check out CJBox as well.
Feb 14, 2022CarolynPaulBranch rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A richly imagined portrait of the vanishing wilderness in New England's farthest reaches, Doiron's well-written debut is also a taut thriller and a thoughtful examination of the complicated relationship between father and son. Mike…
Aug 18, 2021maipenrai rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
I am always looking for a new mystery series, so I tried book 1 in the Mike Bowditch books. I did not really bond with the protagonist and found the resolution to be disappointing. I will keep looking for a new great series. Kristi &…
Jan 07, 2021SZNOLSEN rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Paul Doiron is a Maine writer. The Mike Bowditch series (12 books) is wonderful. So descriptive and well written it feels like I am watching a movie.
Dec 11, 2020Jenkskitten rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Major two main characters are depressing with their baggage of how they perceive their lives. The story in itself is good even if it lags a little. The author does tie up all the loose ends and I found myself wanting to know how it was…
Aug 14, 2020
For a debut novel, this writer hit it out of the ballpark. Very seamless writing that developed the characters whilst leading us through some harrowing events that happened to the protagonist in both his personal and professional life. …
Aug 19, 2019NedSu rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed both the story and the writing. I started reading this genre with Nevada Barr, found CJ Box, and now have Paul Doiron to read. Each author uses the landscape adds a backdrop for interesting effect- oftentimes it is just as much a…
Sep 25, 2018Dreamstime rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
If you want to read about game wardens read CJ Box instead. Mediocre writing and stupid story.
Nov 26, 2015djkronk rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
For a first book, I thought this was very interesting and well written. I'm looking forward to reading others in this series.
Feb 17, 2015Blabbermouth rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
This was well written. Lovely & descriptive writing of both scenery & people. I'm interested in reading another Mike Bowditch story. I'm hoping Mike develops & matures. Sure hope he doesn't become one of those grumpy, intolerant,…
Aug 18, 2014Lakes4 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Well-written. Sometimes too much information, but overall an easy, interesting story with twists.
Nov 20, 2013
This first in a series about Main game warden Mike Bowditch is quite stirring and well worth reading. I can see why Paul Doiron won an award for the inaugural book. I also read book number two (Trespasser) and was very impressed by it…
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Feb 28, 2013BrownPoohBear rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I'm not sure if I didn't enjoy this book as much as Dark Little Falls and his other works, simply because it was the first book of the Mike Bowditch Series and I had already read two others out of order. I felt it was well written but it…
Oct 26, 2012pitkerro rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Didn't find the main character's reactions authentic for a 23-year-old.
Oct 15, 2012deRougemont rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent thriller by a new author. Some parts of the book, particularly in the early going seem to bog down a bit, but it all comes together well once the story takes flight. The characters are engaging, the sense of place is wonderful.…
Jan 01, 2012MonicaKT rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent read - really enjoyed this book - looking forward to whatever else Paul Doiron publishes.
May 22, 2011emerge rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Great first book by this author. It starts a little slow, but you care about Mike, a game warden with a troubled past that comes back to more than haunt him. He has to decide how much loyalty you owe a parent, even one that was never…