On Lonesome Roads

“The further exhilarating adventures of an unbeatable detective, packed with tantalizing loose ends.” — Kirkus “… sharp, playful dialogue and surprising choices from characters exemplify O’Keefe’s series, in which unpredictable people behave [and] react to crime-novel events in a refreshingly realistic way…: On Lonesome Roads is a polished thriller… Great for fans of Matt Goldman and William Kent Krueger.” — Booklife “Peter was such a complicated character who demanded attention instead of sympathy. He was still kicking and screaming, even though he was badly injured. The suspense was alive in this story, and I felt as if it was a constant companion to Peter. The pace was fast, the characters were developed, and the overall feel of the plot was great. You could not guess what would happen next. I have to admit, I, too, had my money on The Outfit, but Dan Flanigan surprised me. There were new shifts in the story when I least expected it and I was amazed when something equally thrilling happened again. I wanted to know who tried to kill Peter, why wasn’t the person out in the open, and what would Peter do to get out of this mess. On Lonesome Roads is a great new addition to the series! Entertaining and consuming!”– Reviewed By Rabia Tanveer for Readers’ Favorite “Tightly plotted and meticulously structured, this is a compelling crime thriller that makes excellent use of its 1980s context…It also employs superior character development to recount its tale of desperate detectives, warring gangsters, and obsessive law enforcement in Reagan-era America. Leaning fully into the moral complexity of neo-noir detective archetypes, Flanigan delivers a noble, intelligent, impulsive sleuth whose dysfunctional domestic life, post-traumatic stress disorder and propensity for attracting trouble yield a complicated, likeable personality. O’Keefe is surrounded by a delightful assortment of supporting characters who add texture to his world…ensures that readers are emotionally invested and that the novel’s surprises are satisfying and dramatic. This is an engrossing crime thriller that, despite being part of a series, easily stands alone. It’s highly recommended for Michael Connelly fans.” — Blue Ink Review