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- Robert B. Parker's Lullaby 197 copies, 9 reviews
- The Ranger 130 copies, 29 reviews
- Crossroad Blues 100 copies, 2 reviews
- Devil's Garden 100 copies, 3 reviews
- The Lost Ones 87 copies, 30 reviews
- Dark End of the Street 85 copies
- Robert B. Parker's Wonderland 80 copies, 13 reviews
- Infamous 77 copies, 1 review
- White Shadow 76 copies
- Leavin' Trunk Blues 65 copies, 1 review
- Wicked City 62 copies
- Dirty South 52 copies, 2 reviews
- The Broken Places (A Quinn Colson Novel) 24 copies, 12 reviews
- Blues Bar 4 copies
Top members (works)SpacemanSpiff (12), narbgr01 (11), lew421 (11), kathyr06 (9), boodgieman (8), vincentvan (8), eclectic45 (7), zmagic69 (7), TheHungryDetective (7), RiceCo (7), ltcl (7), PatrickFeeble (6), DVass (6), boogielew (6) — more Recently addeddelmere1 (1), SHIRLEYMERCER (1), anitalib (1), MilfordBooker (1), PatStruttmann (1), mansonlib (1), ltcl (2), kaloplib (1), OgdensburgPL (1) Member favoritesAce Atkins has 5 upcoming events.  Ace Atkins Ace Atkins will be coming to the store to promote 2 books, numbers will be given with the purchase of either Wonderland or The broken places. We will start giving out numbers on Tuesday, May 7th when Wonderland goes on sale. For customers wishing to purchase The broken places (on sale 5/30) for the event, you can preorder a copy and get a number for the event starting May 7th. Ace Atkins is the author of eleven novels, including The lost ones and Lullaby, both out from G.P. Putnam’s Sons in May 2012. As a reporter, Ace earned a Pulitzer Prize nomination for a feature series based on his investigation into a forgotten murder of the 1950s. The story became the core of his critically acclaimed novel, White Shadow, which earned raves from noted authors and critics. The lost ones and The Ranger represent a return to Ace’s first love: hero-driven series fiction. Quinn Colson is a real hero—a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan—who returns home to north Mississippi to fight corruption on his home turf. The stories, contemporary tales with a dash of classic westerns and noir, are currently in development for a major television series. Ace lives on a historic farm outside Oxford, Mississippi with his family. Lately, he’s been spending a lot of time in Boston, much of it at the corner of Berkeley and Boylston.
Location: Street: 2342 Bissonnet St Additional: City: Houston, Province: Texas Postal Code: 77005 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)  MysteryPeople Presents: ACE ATKINS - The Broken Places Friday, May 31 at 7PM MysteryPeople Presents Bestselling Author Ace Atkins speaking & signing The broken placesOur old buddy Ace Atkins is back tonight with The broken places, the third entry in the critically acclaimed Quinn Colson. Ace has been hailed by Michael Connelly as “one of the best crime writers working today.”And we totally agree. So join us tonight for a little beer, a little talk, and a great night with one of the best crime fiction writers working today.
In The broken places, Jericho, Mississippi sheriff Quinn Colson has serious trouble on his hands, in the form of recently pardoned murderer Casey Dixon, who has returned to make amends for his terrible crime. Or maybe that is just a pretense, and Dixon is actually there to dig up the hidden loot from an armored car robbery he committed years ago. That is certainly what his former gang assumes, as they break out of Parchman prison to confront Dixon before he can take the money all for himself. But even Colson can’t anticipate a tornado suddenly touching down, which knocks out all of Jericho’s power just as a truckload of born killers is about to descend on the County.
Ace Atkins is the New York Times Bestselling author of more than a dozen novels. A former journalist who cut his teeth as a crime reporter in the newsroom of The Tampa Tribune, he published his first novel, Crossroad Blues, at 27 and became a full-time novelist at 30. Last year, he was selected by the Robert B. Parker estate to continue the bestselling adventures of Boston’s iconic private eye, Spenser. The broken places, The Lost Ones and The Ranger — all part of the unfolding Quinn Colson saga — epresent a return to Ace’s first love: hero-driven series fiction. Quinn Colson is a real hero — a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan — who returns home to north Mississippi to fight corruption on his home turf. The stories, contemporary tales with a dash of classic westerns and noir, are currently in development for a major television series.
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Location: Street: 603 N Lamar Blvd City: Austin, Province: Texas Postal Code: 78703-5413 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) Ace Atkins signs THE BROKEN PLACES Description The remarkable third novel in the “harrowing” (Associated Press), “killer” (Minneapolis Star Tribune) new series about the real Deep South from the New York Times–bestselling author. A year after becoming sheriff, Quinn Colson is faced with the release of an infamous murderer from prison. Casey Dixon comes back to Jericho preaching redemption, and some believe him; but for the victim’s family, the only thought is revenge.
Another group who doesn’t believe him—the men in prison from Dixon’s last job, an armored car robbery. They’re sure he’s gone back to grab the hidden money, so they do the only thing they can: break out and head straight to Jericho themselves.
Colson and his deputy, Lillie, know they’ve got their work cut out for them. But they don’t count on one more unwelcome visitor: a tornado that causes havoc just as events come to a head. Communications are down, the roads are impassable—and the rule of law is just about to snap. About the Author
ACE ATKINS is the author of eleven previous books, including two Quinn Colson novels, The Ranger—nominated for the 2012 Edgar Award for Best Novel—and The lost ones. In addition, he has been selected by the Robert B. Parker estate to continue the Spenser novels, the first of which, Robert B. Parker’s Lullaby, was a New York Times bestseller. He lives on a farm outside Oxford, Mississippi.
Location: Street: 160 Courthouse Sq City: Oxford, Province: Mississippi Postal Code: 38655-3914 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) Hard Word Book Club - discussing Wicked City Tough stories with hard hombres and dangerous dames, where survival trumps virtue, no matter what side of the law you are on; this is what you’ll find in the Hard Word Book Club. Scott and Chris will guide you along the last Wednesday of every month at 7PM. This month’s book is Wicked City by Ace Atkins. Location: Street: 603 N Lamar Blvd City: Austin, Province: Texas Postal Code: 78703-5413 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)ACE ATKINS discusses BROKEN PLACES Ace Atkins discusses and signs his new novel The broken places Ace Atkins will discuss and sign The broken places on Friday, June 7th at 6 pm. This remarkable third novel in the“killer” (Minneapolis Star Tribune) new series from the New York Times–bestselling author is set in the real Deep South that Atkins knows well. A year after becoming Tibbehah County sheriff, Quinn Colson is faced with a pardoned killer’s return to Jericho. Jamey Dixon now preaches redemption and forgiveness, but the family of the woman he was convicted of killing isn’t buying it. They warn Quinn that his sister’s relationship with Dixon could be fatal. But murder isn't the only thing Colson and his deputy Lillie have on their hands: a tornado strikes just as the manhunt heats up. Communications are down, the roads are impassable—and the rule of law is just about to snap. “A haunting page-turner in Faulkner country......harrowing"”—Associated Press
“Atkins’ sense of place is superb, his story stark and suspenseful. Quinn Colson has a quick wit, a strong sense of honor, and radiates sex appeal.”—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Ace Atkins is the New York Times Bestselling author of more than a dozen novels, including the forthcoming The broken places and Robert B. Parker's Wonderland . A former journalist who cut his teeth as a crime reporter in the newsroom of The Tampa Tribune, he published his first novel, Crossroad Blues, at 27 and became a full-time novelist at 30. In addition to numerous awards, Ace was selected by the Robert B. Parker estate to continue the bestselling adventures of Boston's iconic private eye, Spenser. As a reporter, Ace earned a Pulitzer Prize nomination for a feature series based on his investigation into a forgotten murder of the 1950s. The story became the core of his critically acclaimed novel, White Shadow.
Location: Street: 216 S Armenia Ave City: Tampa, Province: Florida Postal Code: 33609-3310 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) Ace Atkins has 25 past events. (show)  Ace Atkins Ace Atkins Ace Atkins Ace Atkins  Suspense Night Featuring Megan Abbott, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Michael Koryta, Ace Atkins, and Reed Farrell Coleman Ace Atkins Ace Atkins ACE ATKINS, THE LOST ONES ACE ATKINS will discuss and sign The lost ones, his second thriller featuring Quinn Colson. Fresh from ten years as a U.S. Army Ranger, Colson finds his hands full as the newly elected sheriff of Tibbehah County, Mississippi. An old buddy running a local gun shop is implicated when stolen army rifles show up in the hands of a Mexican drug gang. At the same time, an abused-child case leads Quinn and his tough-as-nails deputy, Lillie Virgil, deep into the heart of a bootleg baby racket and a trail of darkness and death. When the two cases collide, it’s obvious that Quinn may be home from the war, but is now in the fight of his life. The first book in this series, The Ranger, was among the 5 nominees for the 2012 Edgar Award for Best Novel. “The Ranger is a joy ride into the heart of darkness." Washington Post "Edgar-finalist Atkins showcases his versatility in his exciting, thoughtful second thriller…Atkins manages to sell the notion of a contemporary laconic lead battling evil that could come straight out of a Gary Cooper western." Publisher's Weekly "Solid entertainment from Atkins…whose estimable Ranger may bring to mind Lee Child’s hard-fisted, soft-hearted Jack Reacher, which is entirely a good thing." Kirkus Reviews Atkins was chosen by the Robert B. Parker estate to continue the highly popular Spenser novels, and his first installment, ROBERT B. PARKER’S Lullaby, will also be featured. Street smart 14 year old Mattie Sullivan convinces Spenser to look into her mother’s murder, believing the man convicted is innocent. Left to care for her younger siblings and an alcoholic grandmother, Mattie’s need for closure and determination to make things right hit Spenser where he lives - they’re the very characteristics he abides by. “I'm happy to report that…it's the real deal.” Tampa Bay Times “Atkins…doesn’t sound like somebody trying to emulate Parker. He sounds like Parker in a book that hits all the usual Spenser notes. He has the wisecrack-filled dialogue down and Parker’s cadences, too: Spenser, thankfully, sounds like Spenser.” Chicago Sun-Times Author of seven other novels, Atkins published his first novel, Crossroad Blues, at 27, and became a full-time novelist at 30 after cutting his teeth as a crime reporter at The Tampa Tribune, where he earned a Pulitzer Prize nomination for a feature series based on his investigation into a forgotten murder of 1950s Ybor City that became the core of his critically acclaimed novel, White Shadow. His next historical crime novels, Wicked City, Devil's Garden, and Infamous, blended first-hand interviews and original research with police and court records for great American stories weaving fact and fiction into a colorful, seamless tapestry.
Location: Street: 216 S Armenia Ave City: Tampa, Province: Florida Postal Code: 33609-3310 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more) MysteryPeople Presents ACE ATKINS - Robert B. Parker's Lullaby and The Lost Ones MysteryPeople Presents Acclaimed Mystery Novelist Ace Atkins Speaking and Signing Robert B. Parker's Lullaby and The lost ones We'll enjoy live music from Austin's own Jesse Sublett at this event, as well as refreshments courtesy of Saint Arnold Brewing Company. When fourteen-year-old Mattie Sullivan asks Spenser to look into her mother’s murder, he’s not completely convinced by her claim that the police investigation four years ago was botched. Mattie is gruff, street-smart, and wise beyond her years, left to care for her younger siblings and an alcoholic grandmother in a dilapidated apartment in South Boston. Mattie believes the man convicted of the crime is innocent and points Spenser to the Southie toughs who she saw carrying her mother away hours before her murder. Neither the Boston PD nor the neighborhood thugs are keen on his dredging up the past, but as Spenser becomes more involved in the case, he starts to realize that Mattie may be onto something.
Ace Atkins is the author of eleven novels, including The lost ones and Lullaby, both out from G.P. Putnam’s Sons in May 2012. A former journalist who cut his teeth as a crime reporter in the newsroom of The Tampa Tribune, he published his first novel, Crossroad Blues, at 27 and became a full-time novelist at 30. Last year, he was selected by the Robert B. Parker estate to continue the bestselling adventures of Boston’s iconic private eye, Spenser.Ace lives on a historic farm outside Oxford, Mississippi with his family.
In order to have anything signed at a BookPeople event, a copy of the event book must be purchased from BookPeople. If you purchase your book from BookPeople in advance of the event, please save your receipt and present it at the event.
Thank you for supporting Ace Atkins, and your local independent bookstore!
Location: Street: 603 N Lamar Blvd City: Austin, Province: Texas Postal Code: 78703-5413 Country: United States (added from IndieBound)… (more)
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