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Back in print at last, James Lee Burke's suspense-packed sixth novel in his bestselling Dave Robicheaux series delivers a heart-pounding bayou manhunt—and features "one of the coolest, earthiest heroes in thrillerdom" (Entertainment Weekly ).
When Hollywood invades New Iberia Parish to film a Civil War epic, restless specters waiting in the shadows for Louisiana detective Dave Robicheaux are reawakened—ghosts of a history best left undisturbed. Hunting a serial killer preying on the lawless young, Robicheaux comes face-to-face with the elusive guardians of his darkest torments—who hold the key to his ultimate salvation…or a final, fatal downfall.
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"A bit of a convoluted story...a mixing of realism and fantasy. Don't know that I'd call this the most compelling mystery, but Burke's ability to truly conjure the look, smell and feel of Louisiana is definitely worth the read. Glad my buddy Fredda turned me on to Dave Robicheaux and James Lee Burke."
— Russ (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Burke’s evocative prose is well suited to the misty bayou scenes in which past and present mingle.”
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“[Patton] reads every part with brilliant distinction.”
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“After outstanding success in the genre, Burke has produced a violent, somber, deeply satisfying crossover novel.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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" on Audible. Story was average okay. Narrator was excellent. "
— Frank, 2/14/2014 -
" I love all of Burke's novels. However, this was a little hokey for me with the main character having full blown dialogue with a dead confederate general. It took away from the atmosphere and plot of the book. "
— Melissa, 2/12/2014 -
" This has to be my favorite James Lee Burke book. He is such a literary writer and a master of developing a story within a story. "
— Karen, 2/11/2014 -
" Probably the best of the series so far. All strands of the plot come together, which was not always the case in previous books. As usual, Dave's ruminations and internal monologues are just as compelling as the action. "
— Adam, 2/8/2014 -
" James Lee Burke: take place down in the bayou. I enjoy the southern ways he talks about, the food, the scenery. Always a mystery he solves but not raunchy stuff. His daughter's name is Alifare, his wife is Bootsie and his best friend is Clete Purcell. ya mon.... "
— Pennycarter401, 2/2/2014 -
" Not my favority in the series -- but still a fan-- "
— Johnny, 1/29/2014 -
" I enjoy the Robicheaux books very much and this is my favourite one. "
— Colleen, 1/28/2014 -
" The movie was good, the book was better. I like the way James Lee Burke writes, and I wasn't disappointed! "
— Ray, 1/26/2014 -
" first burke I read, really fantastic environement of the southern USA, unique decadent but good hearted PI. I loved it. "
— Bernard, 1/16/2014 -
" This was my first Dave Robicheaux book. It was recommended to my by someone at a training session. She was talking about how much she enjoyed these books and couldn't put them down. Only later did I find out what she meant. "
— Jan, 1/3/2014 -
" Enjoy this series and listened to most while travelig to Mexico "
— Boni, 12/28/2013 -
" Another great one by Mr. Burke. He never fails. "
— Roger, 12/25/2013 -
" This book is amazing. Just amazing. "
— Rebekah, 11/3/2013 -
" Another great installment to this terrific series, author changes tact slightly with this story & I believe to good effect with frequent references to the past & american civil war. I really enjoyed this book. "
— Joe, 11/3/2013 -
" It is the descriptions of the people and location by the author that makes his books a cut above your usual detective tales. The Dave Robicheaux books are full of the sights and smells of the Louisiana bayou. "
— Rosemary, 7/28/2013 -
" As lyrical as Burke gets. I'd loved the movie from this novel. Reading is another experience. ..and this may just be my favorite Robicheaux novel. You have to be in Burke mode of course to want to wallow in the lyricism ... but this one works a treat. "
— Dave, 6/21/2013 -
" James Lee Burke is one of the rare ones, a wonderful writer who can tell a good story. "
— Charles, 6/20/2013 -
" One of the best books from the best Louisiana author every. A must-read for Burke fans. "
— Sarah, 4/13/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book -- and my favorite in the series so far! The only problem is now I am on a quest to find the 2 movies made from this series of books! Always something! "
— Kay, 4/7/2013 -
" Trying to read them all- this one is very good. "
— TexasMargarita, 3/19/2013 -
" Another great Dave Robichaux story! "
— Rick, 3/5/2013 -
" Three and a half. Better than the book before it in the series, but I didn't like the paranormal aspects of it. "
— Stephanie, 2/22/2013 -
" i enjoy reading his books. especially since some of the areas are places i've been. "
— Dianna, 7/23/2012 -
" Smell the bayou. Out of his many books that I have read, I think his prose in this book brings you to the swamp. Burke has intertwined stories and mixed them with the humid, almost mystical, beautiful place that is south Louisiana. "
— Kelly, 5/25/2012 -
" Got this in a roadhouse in the middle of Western Australia for six bucks to read on the bus; and for that price and my purpose, it was great. I thought it was a high quality disposable crime novel. "
— Aimee, 1/14/2012 -
" One of my all-time classic- this one gave me some chills "
— Hannes, 6/13/2011 -
" A Cajun mystery with Detective Robicheaux. The plot involves the mob, a few ghosts, and a serial killer. Burke writes very natural narrative and is quite funny too. The language was a bit strong for me, though. "
— Rae, 5/25/2011 -
" The mystical (mist-ical?) nature of this one made it the best so far. Amazing. It will be hard to beat. "
— MV, 5/17/2011 -
" Not my favority in the series -- but still a fan-- "
— Johnny, 3/26/2011 -
" I didn't relate to the super macho main character at all. My husband's uncle gave it to me because he loved it. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't up my alley. "
— Glasspixie, 1/12/2011 -
" Tough book, rough subject matter. Serial killers, child molesters and also visions of soldiers long dead. "
— Sheila, 12/28/2010 -
" One of my all-time classic- this one gave me some chills "
— Hannes, 11/26/2010 -
" Three and a half. Better than the book before it in the series, but I didn't like the paranormal aspects of it. "
— Stephanie, 9/19/2010 -
" Burke uses LSD tripping to allow Dave Robicheaux to perceive a mystical reality not usually found in thrillers. By bending the rules, we get to experience the past as a living part of the present. Brilliant! "
— Neil, 8/12/2010 -
" James Lee Burke is my favorite 'southern' detective writer. And I love this title! "
— Devon, 7/17/2010 -
" All time favorite. Still requires re-reading occasionally and never ceases to satisfy. "
— Betty, 7/11/2010 -
" This book is amazing. Just amazing. "
— Rebekah, 4/16/2010
About James Lee Burke
James Lee Burke is a New York Times bestselling author of forty novels and two short-story collections. He has won the Edgar Award, the CWA Gold Dagger, and the Grand Prix de Littérature Policièr. He was named Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America. His novel The Lost-Get Back Boogie was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize, and two of his books, Heaven’s Prisoners and Two for Texas, have been made into motion pictures.
About Will Patton
Will Patton is an award-winning actor and narrator. HIs narrations have earned the prestigious Audie Award for Best Fiction Narration and also won dozens of AudioFile Earphones Awards. His numerous film credits include Remember the Titans, The Punisher, The Mothman Prophesies, Armageddon, and The Spitfire Grill. He starred in the TNT miniseries Into the West and on the CBS series The Agency and won Obie Awards in the theater for his performances in Fool for Love and What Did He See.