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Atria (2018), Edition: Reprint, 320 pages
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Fiction. Suspense. Thriller. HTML:The New York Times bestselling author of Ordinary Grace weaves a vivid and pulse-pounding thriller that follows Cork O'Connor's search for a missing man amid the fraught tensions at the border between Arizona and Mexico. On the Fourth of July, just as fireworks are about to go off in Aurora, Minnesota, Cork O'Connor and his new bride Rainy Bisonette receive a desperate phone call from Rainy's son, Peter. The connection is terrible but before the line goes dead, they hear Peter confess to the murder of someone named Rodriquez. The following morning, Cork and Rainy fly to southern Arizona, where Peter has been working as a counselor in a well-known drug rehab center. When they arrive, they learn that Peter was fired six months earlier and hasn't been heard from since. So they head to the little desert town of Sulfur Springs where Peter has been receiving his mail. But no one in Sulfur Springs seems to know him. They do, however, seem to recognize the name Rodriguez. Apparently, the Rodriguez family is one of the cartels controlling everything illegal that crosses the border from Mexico. As they gather scraps of information about Peter, Cork and Rainy are warned time and again that there is a war going on along the border. "Trust no one in Coronado County," is the most common piece of advice they receive, and Cork doesn't have to be told twice. To him, Arizona is alien country. The relentless heat, the absence of water and big trees and shade all feel nightmarish to him, as does his growing sense that Rainy might know more about what's going on than she's willing to admit in this fresh, exhilarating, and white-knuckle mystery starring one of the greatest heroes of fiction.… (more)
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LibraryThing member Beamis12
Number 16 in the Cork O'Connor series, have been reading these for a long time, and am still excited when I see a new one being published. Cork's family, so familiar to me, like a visit to catch up on old friends. Cork himself, his role of defending the good against evil, which he has done many
Cork and Rainy find themselves in Arizona after an alarming call from Rainys grown son. They arrive in Coronado County where they find the selves in danger, not knowing who to trust. Close to the border there are many elements at play, drug cartels, crooked police, border patrols, a dangerous group again the illegal immigrants coming over the border, the coyotes who take advantage of the same, and those committed to helping them. There are gun fights, showdowns, some good supporting characters and best of all we learn a little more about Rainy.
There is also much of the author and his views in this one, he makes clear which side of the immigrant debate he stands on. This bothered me a little but then I thought if I could write, I probably would take the opportunity to use my writing as a platform. P!us, this is fiction, and it does all fit nicely in the story. Although we are asked not to quote from advance copies, I found these relatively simple words so powerful I decided to end my review with them, "In news reports, we watched the wall along the Mexican border expand, the folly of a belief that what we had to fear came from the outside."
ARC from publisher.
Publishes August 22nd from Atria.
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times. The very old Henri, the midi, a man of uncommon wisdom and peace. Wonder how it would feel to always see the clear path through life. In this one he only makes a brief appearance, but his words are quoted throughout, in times of great need.Cork and Rainy find themselves in Arizona after an alarming call from Rainys grown son. They arrive in Coronado County where they find the selves in danger, not knowing who to trust. Close to the border there are many elements at play, drug cartels, crooked police, border patrols, a dangerous group again the illegal immigrants coming over the border, the coyotes who take advantage of the same, and those committed to helping them. There are gun fights, showdowns, some good supporting characters and best of all we learn a little more about Rainy.
There is also much of the author and his views in this one, he makes clear which side of the immigrant debate he stands on. This bothered me a little but then I thought if I could write, I probably would take the opportunity to use my writing as a platform. P!us, this is fiction, and it does all fit nicely in the story. Although we are asked not to quote from advance copies, I found these relatively simple words so powerful I decided to end my review with them, "In news reports, we watched the wall along the Mexican border expand, the folly of a belief that what we had to fear came from the outside."
ARC from publisher.
Publishes August 22nd from Atria.
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LibraryThing member diana.hauser
SULFER SPRINGS by William Kent Krueger is the latest title in the Cork O’Connor mystery series.
“Cork O’Connor’s search for a missing man in the Arizona desert puts him at the center of a violent power struggle along the Mexican border.”
The missing man is his stepson, Peter. Cork’s wife,
This is a bit of a venue change from our usual northern Minnesota Tamarack County terrain. I missed it a bit - the Boundary Waters, the forest, the Anishinaabe (Ojibway) presence.
The background issues are very timely, also - maybe more so than in previous titles. Immigration, Border politics and conflicts, drug cartels, nasty, vengeful violence, drug use and rehabilitation. I did like Mr. Krueger’s thoughts and attempts to show a realistic portrayal of this area and its very emotional issues.
Mr. Krueger develops very detailed, strong characters; a sense of place; drama; suspense; conflict; and fascinating Indian legend and spirituality. William Kent Krueger is a very thoughtful writer and his signature character, Cork O’Connor, is a very thoughtful, reflective, insightful one.
“Cork O’Connor’s search for a missing man in the Arizona desert puts him at the center of a violent power struggle along the Mexican border.”
The missing man is his stepson, Peter. Cork’s wife,
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Rainy Bisonette, receives a troubling, garbled phone call from Peter which sends both Rainy and Cork to southern Arizona to check on Peter’s lifestyle and whereabouts.This is a bit of a venue change from our usual northern Minnesota Tamarack County terrain. I missed it a bit - the Boundary Waters, the forest, the Anishinaabe (Ojibway) presence.
The background issues are very timely, also - maybe more so than in previous titles. Immigration, Border politics and conflicts, drug cartels, nasty, vengeful violence, drug use and rehabilitation. I did like Mr. Krueger’s thoughts and attempts to show a realistic portrayal of this area and its very emotional issues.
Mr. Krueger develops very detailed, strong characters; a sense of place; drama; suspense; conflict; and fascinating Indian legend and spirituality. William Kent Krueger is a very thoughtful writer and his signature character, Cork O’Connor, is a very thoughtful, reflective, insightful one.
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LibraryThing member jamespurcell
Cork and Rainy travel to Arizona to rescue her son Peter, from her previous marriage who has been aiding terrified women and children stranded in this appalling and incredibly dangerous place. Coronado County is the locus for drug smuggling with its attendant Mexican crime cartels and their reign
Danger is everywhere and bodies pile up rapidly as Cork is exposed to elements of Rainy's past that challenge their relationship and commitment to each other. Their personal values, beliefs and mores are seriously challenged as they work their way out of this bloody quagmire.
Fast paced as Cork needs to surmount hostile and dangerous terrain very different from the lakes and woods of his usual Minnesota environs. Different arena but his skills, knowledge and practices are equal to the task.
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of terror over immigrant families seeking sanctuary in the US. Corruption within local law enforcement makes it very difficult for them to find trustworthy allies.Danger is everywhere and bodies pile up rapidly as Cork is exposed to elements of Rainy's past that challenge their relationship and commitment to each other. Their personal values, beliefs and mores are seriously challenged as they work their way out of this bloody quagmire.
Fast paced as Cork needs to surmount hostile and dangerous terrain very different from the lakes and woods of his usual Minnesota environs. Different arena but his skills, knowledge and practices are equal to the task.
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LibraryThing member jwrudn
Sulfur Springs is the latest installment in the Cork O’Connor series. Part Ojibwe, Cork is a former sheriff, now PI. He is ogichidaa, one who stands between evil and his people. This book is a departure from previous ones. It takes place in Arizona, far from Northern Minnesota, has little of the
When Rainy receives a desperate, garbled call from her son Peter, Cork and Rainy travel to a border town in Arizona to learn that he has disappeared. When their car is blown up, they find themselves drawn into a complex web of drug smugglers, vigilantes, corrupt policemen, and Friends of the Desert who help refugees cross the border to safety. Cork learns that there is much about Rainy’s past that she has kept from him and begins to doubt whether he can even trust her.
I did not think this was one of the stronger books in the series. Perhaps I missed the familiar setting and characters of previous books. And I guessed early on one of the betrayers who is revealed at the end of the book. I definitely would not recommend it as a book to start the series with. Still, Krueger can write: sweat does not just roll down the body, it trickles down “like the crawl of flies.” And sympathy for the refugees and recognition that a border barrier will do little to keep out desperate people, both good and bad, may be a comment on current politics. Although not my favorite, it is still a good read.
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Ojibwe lore, and features none of Cork’s family or characters from previous books, other than his new wife Rainy Bisonette.When Rainy receives a desperate, garbled call from her son Peter, Cork and Rainy travel to a border town in Arizona to learn that he has disappeared. When their car is blown up, they find themselves drawn into a complex web of drug smugglers, vigilantes, corrupt policemen, and Friends of the Desert who help refugees cross the border to safety. Cork learns that there is much about Rainy’s past that she has kept from him and begins to doubt whether he can even trust her.
I did not think this was one of the stronger books in the series. Perhaps I missed the familiar setting and characters of previous books. And I guessed early on one of the betrayers who is revealed at the end of the book. I definitely would not recommend it as a book to start the series with. Still, Krueger can write: sweat does not just roll down the body, it trickles down “like the crawl of flies.” And sympathy for the refugees and recognition that a border barrier will do little to keep out desperate people, both good and bad, may be a comment on current politics. Although not my favorite, it is still a good read.
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LibraryThing member zmagic69
A quick summer read. I have not read any other books in this series,but the book was written well enough that it didn’t matter. There isn’t really a mystery this is more of a “thriller” and figuring out who the mole in the organization was pretty easy.
The author is a little too preachy
That being said this author can write well crafted books that keeps your attention throughout.
The author is a little too preachy
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about the plight of illegals coming into this country but since is is a liberal from Minnesota, that was to be expected, as far as what side of the debate he would agree with.That being said this author can write well crafted books that keeps your attention throughout.
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LibraryThing member jepeters333
On the Fourth of July, just as fireworks are about to go off in Aurora, Minnesota, Cork O’Connor and his new bride Rainy Bisonette listen to a desperate voicemail left by Rainy's son, Peter. The message is garbled and full of static, but they hear Peter confess to the murder of someone named
The following morning, Cork and Rainy fly to Coronado County in southern Arizona, where Peter has been working as a counselor in a well-known drug rehab center. When they arrive, they learn that Peter was fired six months earlier and hasn’t been heard from since. So they head to the little desert town of Sulfur Springs where Peter has been receiving his mail. But no one in Sulfur Springs seems to know him. They do, however, recognize the name Rodriguez. Carlos Rodriguez is the head of a cartel that controls everything illegal crossing the border from Mexico into Coronado County.
As they gather scraps of information about Peter, Cork and Rainy are warned that there is a war going on along the border. “Trust no one in Coronado County,” is a refrain they hear again and again. And to Cork, Arizona is alien country. The relentless heat and absence of water, tall trees, and cool forests feel nightmarish to him, as does his growing sense that Rainy might know more about what's going on than she's willing to admit. And if he can't trust Rainy, who can he trust?
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Rodriguez. When they try to contact him, they discover that his phone has gone dead.The following morning, Cork and Rainy fly to Coronado County in southern Arizona, where Peter has been working as a counselor in a well-known drug rehab center. When they arrive, they learn that Peter was fired six months earlier and hasn’t been heard from since. So they head to the little desert town of Sulfur Springs where Peter has been receiving his mail. But no one in Sulfur Springs seems to know him. They do, however, recognize the name Rodriguez. Carlos Rodriguez is the head of a cartel that controls everything illegal crossing the border from Mexico into Coronado County.
As they gather scraps of information about Peter, Cork and Rainy are warned that there is a war going on along the border. “Trust no one in Coronado County,” is a refrain they hear again and again. And to Cork, Arizona is alien country. The relentless heat and absence of water, tall trees, and cool forests feel nightmarish to him, as does his growing sense that Rainy might know more about what's going on than she's willing to admit. And if he can't trust Rainy, who can he trust?
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LibraryThing member Andy_DiMartino
Read this last week but nobody had uploaded it here yet. Another good Cork yarn that takes us to Arizona for a change of scenery.
LibraryThing member waldhaus1
A garbled phone call from Rainey’s son Peter sends buth Rainey and Cork to a remote Arizona location where they face searing heat, monsoon rains and drug cartels and they have no way to tell who to trust.
LibraryThing member linusnc
Good story but sadly this seems to be the case with book series that continue through 2017 publication. They begin to lean on politics instead of telling stories which is why we read them In the first place. Would be 4 stars if the story was told without the politics. When you go into story telling
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with a agenda your story suffers. The Garrison Keillor praise did not hold up well. Show Less
LibraryThing member DrApple
In this installment Cork travels to the desert southwest because his wife, Rainy, has gotten a call that her son is in trouble. They encounter warring cartels, drugs, coyotes bringing in illegal immigrants, and townspeople who are owned by one of these groups. I did not like this as well as the
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LibraryThing member zmagic69
A quick summer read. I have not read any other books in this series,but the book was written well enough that it didn’t matter. There isn’t really a mystery this is more of a “thriller” and figuring out who the mole in the organization was pretty easy.
The author is a little too preachy
That being said this author can write well crafted books that keeps your attention throughout.
The author is a little too preachy
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about the plight of illegals coming into this country but since is is a liberal from Minnesota, that was to be expected, as far as what side of the debate he would agree with.That being said this author can write well crafted books that keeps your attention throughout.
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Awards
Lefty Award (Winner — 2018)
Minnesota Book Awards (Finalist — Genre Fiction — 2018)
Language
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English
Original publication date
2017-08
Physical description
320 p.; 8.25 inches
ISBN
1501147439 / 9781501147432