Review of Down Heartbreak Boulevard

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A nice crime mystery filled historical fiction "Down Heartbreak Boulevard" by Efren O'brIen, which follows Quinn, a private investigator who helps the FBI in a murder mystery investigation. This is an entertaining book to read.
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I love a good suspense novel! I think this sounds like a very intriguing book. I hope Aiden makes it through safely!
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I enjoy reading crime historical books, and this one will not be left out. I would want to know what Jimmy's request from Quinn will turn out to be. Thanks for ur honest review.
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This sounds like a great crime thriller.
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Crime, suspense and history is always an interesting combination. I like the fact that historical instances in the book complement the plot line and do not affect its coherence. Thanks for a detailed review!
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Sounds interesting. Thanks for this honest review. congratulations to the author on BOTD
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Post by Annette Boateng »

Very interesting to find out the mystery surrounding the murders and other unfortunate events like Aiden, Jimmy's son, who accidentally saw the murderer steal and kill a renowned scientist and Aiden knows the murderer saw him, and his life may be in danger. However the people involve lives are in the hands of the FBI and other secret investigators to help secure their lives. Great review.
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This is an interesting historical fiction novel highlighting murder, mystery, police investigation, a private investigator, and a unique witness. The book is temporarily free on Nook and has a masterfully-crafted OnlineBookClub review. Congrats on the BOTD selection.
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Post by tarafarah7 »

Awesome review! Thank you and bravo!

Today's BOTD is a historical fiction novel filled with crime, mystery, and suspense. Readers will be thoroughly engaged from start to finish as tag along with Quinn, a private PI. I'm looking forward to finding out what also happens with Jimmy and Aiden. Thanks again!
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Great use of detail and specific examples in this review. You did a great job of explaining how the book and characters relate to the historical and political setting.
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Post by rusyalana »

The book sounds exciting and full of adventures, spies, murder, love affairs. And though I'm not a fan of historical fiction, I'm glad that historical facts are written in such a manner that they do not overwhelm the reader. Congratulations on becoming BOTD!
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A suspenseful crime thriller based on historical events sounds like a good book. Thank you for your review.
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Down Heartbreak Boulevard is a crime thriller novel that mirrors the issues in the military and international relations. Thanks for your review.
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Post by Ohna Martin »

I would love to read this book. I love a good crime story and according to this great review things book has all the elements of just that. What lies behind Jimmy's request to Quinn? Will Quinn be able to keep his son save?
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I love crime and mysteries, so I'll be checking this book out.
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