BURY THE PAST is officially published and out into the wild! It’s only been a year since the first book in the series (AT WHAT COST) landed and I’m feeling a mixture of elation, exhaustion, and caffeinated satisfaction.
BURY THE PAST follows the detective team of John Penley and Paula Newberry on a new investigation–one involving the killing of corrupt ex-cops and the only suspect is already in prison. He has the ultimate alibi.
If you’re in the area, please stop by one of the scheduled book signings:
December 15, 2017 – 6:30 to 8:00 pm Bury the Past Launch Party at Face in a Book bookstore in El Dorado Hills, CA (4359 Town Center Blvd, Unit 113, El Dorado Hills, CA (916) 941-9401)
“[A] tight sequel to 2016’s At What Cost..L’Etoile, a former associate prison warden, keeps the suspense high while illuminating the culture of criminals and the ties that bind cops.” — Publishers Weekly
“Hugely entertaining thriller…shrewdly plotted.” — Booklist
“L’Etoile…vividly evokes the chaotic license to kill that pervasive official corruption releases.” — Kirkus
BURY THE PAST selected as an Award Finalist in the 2017 American Books Awards, Thriller/Adventure category.
Or you can find your copy here:
Amazon (hardbound and Kindle)
Barnes & Noble (hardbound and Nook)
BooksAMillion (hardbound and e-book edition)
IndieBound (for the independent bookstore nearest you)
Face In A Book El Dorado Hills, CA
James L'Etoile
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