Random Praise
"If the Grim Reaper has a sense of humor, he reads J.A. Konrath. Turn to any page of Bloody Mary and it's a toss up whether you'll laugh your ass off or crap your pants. If you prefer your mysteries served up like a good steak — sizzling, juicy, and tasting of blood — there's not a better item on the menu."
— William Kent Krueger, author of Mercy Falls
"A phenomenal thriller that never disappoints.”
— Lloyd Woodall, Borders Group, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI
"An easy, breezy read, well written and very funny."
— Kingston Observer
“J.A.has done it again. I've read every book and I still want more.”
— Norman Goldman, Barnes & Noble, Encino, CA
"Raise a glass to Joe Konrath. Jack Daniels has heart, smarts, and all of Chicago to detect in."
— Barbara D'Amato, author of Death of a Thousand Cuts
“Suspenseful, action packed and hilarious!! Can't wait for the next one! “
— Chris Dupee, The Book Scouts, Hamilton, Ontario
"A healthy shot of colorful characters, dizzying dialogue and a potent plot, BLOODY MARY is laugh—out—loud funny... even when read sober."
— PJ Parrish, author of A Killing Rain
“Filled with suspense, action, and comedy, and will leave you laughing out loud.”
— Paul Pessolano, Borders, Snellville, GA
"Whiskey Sour is very good indeed."
— January Magazine
"Whiskey Sour captures the feel and flavor of what it's really like on the streets chasing violent offenders. Konrath's characters are tough, gritty and flawed just enough to make them real. I can't wait for the next sip of Jack Daniels."
—Sergeant Dave Putnam, San Bernadino County Sheriff's Department.
“Definitely a page-turner.”
— Augie Aleksy, Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore, Forest Park, IL
"Take the grim doings of a vicious psychopath, stir in quirky characters and crisp dialogue, then shake with dollops of laugh — aloud humor. A fast, fun read. I'm looking forward to the next Jack Daniels outing."
— F. Paul Wilson, author of Infernal
“I have never enjoyed a book more — it had me laughing so hard I was crying.”
— Jim Munchel, Borders Express, Camp Hill, PA
"Everything about Whiskey Sour is smart — smart characters, smart writing, and a smart pace that keeps you reading long after you'd meant to turn out the lights. J.A. Konrath makes you care about his quirky, frazzled heroine, Lt. Jack Daniels, both on and off the job."
— Michael Prescott, author of Dangerous Games
“Jack is smart, tough, and totally believable. Dirty Martini goes down smooth.”
— Dave Biemann, Mystery One, Milwaukee, WI
“J.A. Konrath's best one yet. The fear in this book really hits home.”
— Heather M. Riley, Borders, Rockford, IL
"We've had so many calls for Whiskey Sours, Bloody Marys, Rusty Nails, and Dirty Martinis, that we're considering applying for a liquor license and setting up a pub at the back of the store!"
— J. Greg Robison, Barnes and Noble, The Woodlands, TX
"Even us non—drinkers will enjoy J.A. Konrath's detective story, with its witty dialogue and enjoyable characters. With an intriguing female as his protagonist, Konrath gives us our first glimpse of a promising series."
— Steve Alten, author of The Loch
"J.A. Konrath has done it again.He still keeps you guessing until the end as to who did it."
— Kathy Cox, Barnes & Noble, Dayton OH
"Konrath captures not only the mind of a serial killer, but an accurate attitude of the cops working the case. It's funny and scary, just like real life."
— James O. Born, author of Shock Wave
"Four stars... tough, funny, and smart."
— Deadly Pleasures
"Take one large psychopath, mix with an unusually violent cat, add a fast pace, a lean plot, and Jack Daniels and what do you get? Believe it or not, a Bloody Mary."
— Bill Fitzhugh, author of Highway 61 Resurfaced
"Without question, you have to meet Konrath's characters and the dynamo of his narrative to believe anyone can call out and sink every shot with such verve and confidence. I can honestly say that I have seen the future of suspense thrillers, and it is J.A. Konrath..."
— Robert W. Walker, of of City for Ransom
"I've been very drawn into the Lt. Jack Daniels character because after 23 years as a police officer I love her humor and her completely realistic approach to law enforcement. I'm now a Barnes and Noble bookseller and I often sit in the break room and laugh out loud at her remarks."
— Terry Robertson, Barnes and Noble in the Woodlands, Texas
"I can't wait until the next fix!"
— Jay Bonansigna, author of Frozen
"J.A. Konrath's Whiskey Sour is the best mystery series debut I've read in years. From electric excitement to laugh-out-loud humor, this book has it all."
— Warren B. Murphy, author of Grandmaster
Finally – a heroine for the rest of us! Funny, feisty, and gutsy, Jack Daniels is a delightful addition to the pantheon of female detectives. By turns hilarious and horrific, Whiskey Sour is a compulsively readable mystery. I couldn’t put it down! J.A. Konrath is a writer to watch!"
— Libby Fischer Hellmann, author of A Shot to Die For
"I am a big fan of Ed McBain (87th Precinct) and Roberts B. Parker (Spenser novels)——so finding a book that combines both their styles was a real treat. Whiskey Sour is fast, fun, and witty, with humor and just the right amount of gore to keep me turning the page."
— Colin Sullivan, a law enforcement officer in Texas
"Konrath is Hiaasen with teeth, Elmore Leonard by way of a dark alley. By turns horrifying and hilarious, Whiskey Sour is one sweet read."
— Eric Garcia, author of Hot and Sweaty Rex
Praise for AFRAID
"AFRAID is a masterpiece of unrelenting horror. And I'm not exaggerating. Masterpiece. It's the best piece of fiction I've read in several years. It simply NEVER lets up."
— James Rollins, NYT bestselling author of Black Order and The Judas Strain
"AFRAID stands shoulder to shoulder with the very best of Harris, Koontz, and King. A classic horror novel."
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Blake Crouch, author of Abandon
"The moment I heard about this book, I couldn't wait to get my hands on it."
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David Morrell, NYT bestselling author of Creepers and First Blood
"AFRAID is one of the most intense books I've ever read. This one takes no prisoners."
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Marcus Sakey, author of Good People
"An absolutely relentless nightmare, with some of the most deliciously nasty villains I've ever encountered in a book. Horror fans will be wiping blood out of their eyes with glee."
— Jeff Strand, author of Pressure
"A rattling good read for those who have the stomach...unrelenting and thrilling...Kilborn's style is effortless but well paced and finely characterised...unputdownable."
— The List
“Like the evil so rife in this book, Kilborn kicks down your psyche’s front door, barges into the middle of your spirit, and RAISES HOLY EVER-LIVING HELL. Never have I read a novel so gruesome and simultaneously relentless. This book throbs with unmitigated, inexorable. sheer friggin’ TERROR. You’ll probably need a shrink when you’re done.”
— Edward Lee, author of Brides of the Impaler
"An amazing debut. I wish I'd written it."
— JA Konrath, author of Fuzzy Navel
"AFRAID is the most cringe-inducing thriller I've read. Twisted, frightening, and definitely not for the fainthearted. I loved every terrifying page."
— Henry Perez, author of Killing Red
"AFRAID never lets the reader rest. Kilborn's debut will have you cheering for the underdog while checking your doors to make sure they're locked."
— Crimespree Magazine
"A startling novel, from its thrilling onset to horrific closing pages. Hands down, AFRAID by Jack Kilborn is perhaps the best psychological horror to come along since Silence of the Lambs."
— Michael Laimo, author of Dead Souls
"AFRAID is a remarkable thriller, and one that just oozes with stylistic violence... there are some scenes in this book that will haunt the mind like the slice of a serrated knife across the eyes."
— Shots.uk
"Jack Kilborn’s AFRAID is appropriately named. It will scare the hell out of anyone who reads it. Fast and ferocious, this is a dangerous thriller that will take a bite out of you. An absolute must read for anyone who loves the adrenaline rush of a shocking story told with style, speed and savage grace."
— Jonathan Maberry, Bram Stoker Award winning author of Patient Zero
"A bloody, terrifying, hurtling assault across a landscape of non-stop mayhem.
A guilty, guilty pleasure."
— F. Paul Wilson, creator of Repairman Jack
“AFRAID is a true page turner, a novel that offers a million mile a minute action and suspense. Definitely, a must have with constant thrills and chills.
— Heather Graham, #1 NYT Bestselling Author of Deadly Gift