The Bone Field

Praise for The Fire Thief

“Debra Bokur’s page-turning debut novel covers all the bases: individualistic lead, check; Hercule Poirot-level detection skills, check; plot-driven narrative that does not neglect other stylistic elements, check. It earns bonus points for depicting a lovely palm-ringed island destination, warts and all (high crime rate, the endless enmity of the haves and the have-nots). Even paradise has a seamy underbelly.”
—Bookpage
 
“Wonderfully atmospheric…immersive, thoroughly researched tale of mystery and mythology that will enlighten as well as entertain.” —Criminal Element

"Debra Bokur's The Fire Thief has all the elements of a great mystery—crackling tension, brisk pacing, a vibrant setting, and a flicker of paranormal...or is it?" —Wendy Corsi Staub,New York Times bestselling author

"The Fire Thief will make you an instant fan of its rock-solid protagonist, Kali Mahoe." —Lisa Black, New York Times bestselling author of the Gardiner and Renner novels

"An exciting blend of Hawaiian folklore and mystery. From page one to a stirring finish, Debra Bokur delivers a real page-turner here. And Kali Māhoe, wonderfully rich, complicated, and compelling, is the real deal. I can't wait for her next adventure." —Tracy Clark, author of the Cass Raines Chicago Mystery series

"With her series debut, The Fire Thief, Debra Bokur explores the hidden back roads of Hawaii and grabs you from page one with an island procedural full of twists and turns while introducing a phenomenal and unique protagonist in Detective Kali Māhoe—tough, flawed, and perceptive. This clever and addictive novel surprises at every turn, so grab your sunglasses and enjoy the ride." —Edwin Hill, author of Little Comfort and The Missing Ones

"Bokur's welcome debut nimbly contrasts the Hawaii of sun and golden beaches with its less well-known underbelly of poverty, discrimination, and crime. Fans of strong female cops will look forward to Kali's further adventures." —Publishers Weekly