Coming Soon: The Barefoot Detective, A Duke Kahanamoku Mystery

“Elegant prose, a veritable Chinese box of puzzles, and authentic, well-rounded characters make this a standout.”

—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"A beautifully written account of a world that stretches every definition of bizarre...Burgess handles the revelations with an effective mix of wry humor and tough-guy violence."

--Booklist

“Readers…will find Burgess’ debut strongly evocative of a distinctive place, presented in a compelling first-person voice that manages to be beyond illusions but never cynical.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“[This book] is first-class fiction, a multilayered and original mystery underscored by fine writing, fully developed characters, and a wonderful sense of place. Doug Burgess writes with humor and poignancy while creating an eerie, atmospheric tale that is sure to please.”

—Michael Koryta, New York Times bestselling author

“Drop everything and read this book. A terrific story in a terrifically honest voice—it’s intelligent and original, hilarious and heartbreaking, evocative and charming. A beautifully written tale of murder, dementia, family, love—and surprises! Standing ovation.”

—Hank Phillippi Ryan, award-winning nationally

bestselling author