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With his family caught in the crosshairs of a group of brutal killers, detective Cork O'Connor must solve the murder of a young girl in the latest installment of William Kent Krueger's unforgettable New York Times bestselling series. With his family caught in the crosshairs of a group of brutal killers, detective Cork O'Connor must solve the murder of a young girl in William Kent Krueger's latest unforgettable New York Times bestseller. During a houseboat vacation on the remote Lake of the Woods, a violent gale sweeps through unexpectedly, stranding Cork and his daughter, Jenny, on a devastated island where the wind has ushered in a force far darker and more deadly than any storm. Amid the wreckage, Cork and Jenny discover the body of a teenage girl. She wasn't killed by the storm, however; she'd been bound and tortured before she died. Nearby, underneath a tangle of branches, they also find a baby boy, hungry and dehydrated, but still very much alive. Powerful forces intent on securing the child pursue them to the isolated Northwest Angle, where it's impossible to tell who among the residents is in league with the devil, but Cork understands that to save his family he must solve the puzzle of this mysterious child whom death follows like a shadow.
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"Hard to believe that Kruger can continue such beautifully written, riveting thrillers! In this outing, a family reunion, a houseboat vacation goes horribly wrong. A phenomenal storm system separates Cork O'Connor and his older daughter from the rest of the family and then them from each other. When Jenny finally makes it to shore she finds a tiny baby hidden near his dead mother. Once reunited, Cork and Jenny realize they, too, are in danger from whoever murdered the young mother. Living through the storm and its aftermath is just the beginning of what the entire O'Connor family faces as this terrific story unfolds."
— Molly (5 out of 5 stars)
Northwest Angle Listener Reviews
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" I haven't read a Cork McConnell mystery for a while so it was good to catch up. Now must go back and read the ones I missed to fill in the blanks. Good characters, good tension. "
— Diane, 1/28/2014 -
" William Kent Kruger knocks it out of the park again! "
— Sandra, 1/26/2014 -
" A book has to be outstanding in order to receive more than 3 stars from me. (Really... can every book be a 4 or 5? :) ha!) While this was a good book and I am glad that I read it, it was just a 3-star book.... average. The character development... average. The plot... good but still average. Will I recommend it? Only to those who have read the others in the series... if you've taken the time to read these so far... don't stop now. :) "
— Sonja, 1/25/2014 -
" Another north woods adventure with Cork O'Connor. This story has a collection of really bad guys and some really nice people. It seems like there is more mention of prayer and spirituality, both Christian and American Indian, than in other books of this series. It's the kind of book that makes you skip what you really ought to be doing in order to finish it. "
— Virgil, 1/22/2014 -
" Great book. Couldn't put it down. "
— Brenda, 1/16/2014 -
" Cork and the O'Connors are like family now. Beautifully woven, as always. Thank you, Kent! Can't wait for the next one! "
— Pamela, 1/9/2014 -
" I quickly fell in love with all the characters in this series. Hands down, William Kent Krueger is and always will be my favorite author. I find myself looking forward to his next novel well before finishing his latest. Cork and his family has become very real to me "
— Joe, 12/9/2013 -
" Another Krueger book that keeps me a fan. Lots of action, interesting events to keep one on their toes. Only disappointment was something important took place with not much explanation. Have to read the previoius book to see what happened. Other than that, I would happily recommend. "
— Elopes5, 11/14/2013 -
" Basic Cork O'Connor mystery. I love the way he winding the Obijwe culture into his stories and his descriptions of the BWCA, in this book actually Lake of the Woods. "
— Tim, 11/7/2013 -
" William Kent Krueger is one of my favorite authors ... this is his 11th and I've read them all. I agree with Booklist's comment that this book is part adventure, part mystery, and all knockout thriller! Well-written, interesting characters, and touches on the power of family and faith. "
— Denise, 8/26/2013 -
" The story grabs you from the first page until the last. A good fun book to read between more literary books. "
— Glenda, 6/27/2013 -
" I am never disappointed with a Cork O'Connor novel...have and love them all and the author is local! love my local mystery authors! "
— Annie, 6/26/2013 -
" ......one of my favorites in the series. I think this one is the ending? He seems to have "wrapped it up or down?". "
— Perri, 2/27/2013 -
" Received as an ARC via my employer Barnes & Noble. "
— David, 1/10/2013 -
" Love the Cork OConnor series, though not as much since he killed off a major character "
— Bridget, 8/2/2012 -
" This is a series of books - I will probably read more but I wouldn't call this book a nailbiter. "
— Kathy, 5/5/2012 -
" Finished Northwest Angle today, it was a good read because Krueger's writing is always captivatingly descriptive but his previous books have better plot, stories, character and suspense. strengths of this book: great setting, spirituality, relationships. "
— Heather, 4/29/2012 -
" Great suspense. Cork O'Connor and his extended family get caught in a nasty storm on Lake of the Woods. His daughter plays a key role in the story, and is an excellent character. "
— Alice, 2/19/2012 -
" The setting and the references to Ojibwa culture were of the most interest to me. The religious folks seemed stereotyped. The story itself vacillated between interesting and boring to me. "
— Gaye, 12/3/2011 -
" Liked this one well enough to look up some of Krueger's previous novels. Found it just a touch sweet on the mother-love side--I like a little more grit--but really enjoyed the setting. "
— Jayma, 11/3/2011 -
" Reliably good, solidly entertaining and another winner for William Kent Krueger. "
— Stephanie, 10/26/2011 -
" Another Krueger book that keeps me a fan. Lots of action, interesting events to keep one on their toes. Only disappointment was something important took place with not much explanation. Have to read the previoius book to see what happened. Other than that, I would happily recommend. "
— Elopes5, 10/11/2011 -
" Really good story and characters. It seemed to start slow, but that is the books style and I came like it. Reminiscent of Tony Hillerman. "
— Jack, 10/8/2011 -
" Loved it!! It was worth the wait "
— Jean, 10/4/2011 -
" Had a nice return visit with Cork and his family. Could not put the book down. I feel I've traveled the deep waters, trekked through the dark forest, having my emotions shaken and stirred. Thanks Kent for another enjoyable journey. "
— J.D., 9/22/2011 -
" This was another good read about Cork O'Connor. His family is front and center in this story. <br/>I have read most of Krueger's books and was totally engrossed in this novel. He is just getting better. I'm a fan. <br/> "
— Jean, 9/22/2011
About William Kent Krueger
William Kent Krueger is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous novels, including nineteen acclaimed books in the Cork O’Conner mystery series that have won the Anthony and Dilys awards. His stand-alone novel, Ordinary Grace, won the Edgar, Anthony, Dilys, Barry, and Macavity awards. Learn more at WilliamKentKrueger.com.
About David Chandler
David Chandler is an Earphones Award–winning narrator who has read numerous titles for New York Times bestselling authors William Kent Krueger and C. J. Box, among others.