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Paul Doiron's Almost Midnight

Almost Midnight by Paul Doiron was given to me by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.  This book was released by St. Martin's Press Minotaur Books on July 2, 2019.


Warden Mike Bowditch is trying to figure out who attempted to kill his wolf hybrid when he learns that his best friend Billy is going to be released from prison after defending a female prison guard in an attack by another prisoner.  Mike soon investigates and learns that the prison is filled with conspiracies and underground smuggling rings.  Mike has to find a way to protect Billy's wife and children from the inevitable attacks on them before it's too late.

This was not the first book about Mike Bowditch, but it was for me.  I really appreciated the fact that it didn't seem like I was behind or missing anything super important to the story by having not read the other books.  I found myself really rooting for Billy.  When it came to Shadow (Mike's wolf) I would find myself swearing I knew who did it.  In the end I was somewhat right, but not 100%.  I love when a book doesn't end up how I think it will.

Overall this was a good mystery.  It had several aspects that all tied together.  The characters were fun to follow and well thought out.  I would definitely be interested in reading other Mike Bowditch books.

🌟🌟🌟🌟/5 Stars

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