More praise for William Kent Krueger’s
Cork O’Connor novels

RED KNIFE

“One of those hometown heroes you rarely see…someone so decent and true, he might restore his town’s battered faith in the old values.”

—The New York Times Book Review

“The atmosphere is as explosive as tinder…. A talented writer, Krueger tells his story from wide-ranging viewpoints.”

—The Boston Globe

“Outstanding…. Simply and elegantly told, this sad story of loyalty and honor, corruption and hatred, hauntingly carves utterly convincing characters into the consciousness.”

—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“You can smell the north woods in every chapter.”

—St. Paul Pioneer Press

“Krueger keeps readers guessing in this page-turner, and it’s a joy to read his easy prose.”

—Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN)

“Colorful characters, spot-on sense of place.”

—Kirkus Reviews

THUNDER BAY

“The deftly plotted seventh Cork O’Connor novel represents a return to top form for Anthony-winner Krueger…. The action builds to a violent and satisfying denouement.”

—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“The cast of characters is vivid, the plotting is strong, and O’Connor’s retirement gets off to the kind of start that usually marks the launching of a career. It’s great fun.”

—Washington Times

“[Krueger] has a knack for taking us into the woods and losing us in a good story.”

—Argus Leader (Sioux Falls, SD)

“Krueger’s insightful portrayal of small-town life and his deepening exploration of Cork’s character…propel the story.”

—Booklist

“Perfect…. It may be the best mystery you read this year! Thunder Bay is a splendid tale that readers will not soon forget. ”

—The Capital Times (Madison, WI)

“Exciting and gripping…. You will burn through this book, relishing the twists and turns.”

—Bookreporter. com

“Krueger’s clean writing and deeply felt sense of place make this novel a standout. Read it for the American Indian lore and a trip to the deep woods that requires no mosquito repellent.”

—Rocky Mountain News (Denver, CO)

“Thunder Bay is William Kent Krueger’s finest work. A strong story with a fast-beating heart, this is the kind of novel that will bring many new readers knocking on Cork O’Connor’s door. Count me as one of them.”

—Michael Connelly, New York Times bestselling author