A chance encounter. A plea for help. A detective too tired to care.
Jeremy Beck hanged himself, or did he? Was it suicide or cold blooded murder?
On a cold dark night in February, Harry Starke runs into someone he hasn’t seen in almost 25 years.
The man has a problem. He asks Harry for help. Harry turns him down, and thus becomes the last person to see Jeremy Beck alive.
Did Beck hang himself? … alive.
Did Beck hang himself? Was he murdered? Either way, why? Harry Starke, now the prime suspect, vows to find out.
The Lolita Conspiracy by Blair Howard is the 4th novel in the bestselling Harry Starke Genesis series and is sure to keep you turning the pages until you reach the end.
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Fantastic read that kept me on my toes!
The Lolita Conspiracy (Harry Starke Genesis Book 4), my thirteenth read from author Blair Howard and the first in the Harry Stark Genesis series. Well-written and enjoyable detective fiction. I was given a Kindle copy of this book & am voluntarily reading & reviewing it. I look forward to the next book in this series when it’s published. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 – July 24, 2018).
A chance encounter in a bar late one evening between Harry and an old school mate, Brandon Beck, who asks Harry for a favor- one of a questionable type. Harry refuses and they part ways. A short while later, Harry hears that Brandon has hung himself. Something sounds fishy to Harry so he does what Harry always does and starts asking questions. This story is going to go in so many unexpected directions you might wonder how the author comes up with his plot ideas. I sure do! What an excellent read! I never felt like I knew what was coming next and I felt like I was right there in the middle of the action! Great plot twists along with realistic characters make this a book worthy of reading, then passing along to someone you know loves a good read. Thumbs up!
Whoa-a! Starke starts this book by telling his office that he is taking a vacation at the beginning of his 40th birthday office party. He leaves the party early and goes to his favorite club, Cleo’s. While there, he meets an old “high school buddy” who eventually asks if he could hire Harry to take care of someone. Harry says no; guy gets angry and leaves. Next day, guy discovered dead. Harry is last to see him alive. Harry is pulled into the investigation and from there everything breaks loose. There are a lot of great characters, red herrings and twists that you don’t see coming! Terrific read. Get this one now!
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The Harry Starke books always provide a great read, and this is no exception, it is a classic thriller written by an author at the top of his game.
This sub-series, the Harry Starke Genesis series is a set of prequels that cover the early years of Harry’s career as a PI, and I really like that they are written almost as memoirs, looking back from the present day.
This story begins with someone Harry has run into being found dead, but is it suicide or murder? From there Harry finds himself, and his buddy Bob, being drawn further into a mystery, where the body count is mounting.
There are always really well written action sequences in Blair Howard’s books, and this book has a great action climax, which is truly thrilling. Although I also like that that there is a sort of epilogue, set some time later, which neatly completes the story.
For me this is the best story yet in the Genesis series, and also can be read as stand-alone, but having read the earlier books does give a lot more background to Harry and his great team.
I received an advance copy of the book, but have voluntarily written this honest review.
A thrilling action-packed mystery
Harry, a private eye that plays fat and loose, reminisces about a case from the fifth year of his business. As the story progresses we walk through the things that went right, everything that went wrong, and all of the surprises Harry found along the way. Blair Howard’s The Lolita Conspiracy is a thrilling action-packed mystery that plays out in true Harry Starke fashion; with limited regard for the rules and plenty of going with his gut. I look forward to the next adventure that is uncovered.
I received a free copy of the book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.
Another great story starring Harry Starke. A mystery that keeps the reader guessing. Well-developed plot and wonderful characters. I recommend this book.
Another classic Harry Starke.
There were a lot of surprises and twists and turns in this Harry Starke adventure.
A very enjoyable read, can’t wait for the next one.
This book starts off with Harry telling his team he is going to take a vacation. After all, he’s tired from the recent cases they’ve worked on. But a vacation is not in the cards for Harry. He goes to a club for a couple drinks and runs into a guy he knew from high school. When Brandon turns up dead, of course Harry has to work on solving what happened because he doesn’t believe Brandon would have hung himself.
The next thing we know, there are a number of dead bodies and they don’t seem to be linked, or are they? As Harry works through what is going on, Bob Ryan is there to save his bacon, more than once. There are some twists along the way and a surprise mastermind. Loved this book and look forward to reading the next one.
In the action packed world of Harry Starke twisted loyalties, betrayal and death are all too familiar.
Professional and romantic tensions are rife, with his ex partner and mostly ex Kate Gazarra on the scene and in the action, and his mysterious business partner Bob Ryan on the team
Twisted is usually part of the life and action around Harry Starke, and intense psychological thriller and drama also a given
Once you get hooked, this is a big book world to explore and enjoy.
Strap in for an exciting reading ride!
As usual another great thriller. Heart pounding and quickly paced storyline. Unable to put book down. Lots of spine-tingling and hair raising action. The reality of the subjects are so accurate and scary. The knowledge of the police procedures is uncanny. Twisting and turning unpredictable ride. Received ARC copy and this is my honest opinion.
The Lolita Conspiracy – a review by Rosemary Kenny
Harry Starke Genesis series Book 4, by the talented author Blair Howard, is The Lolita Conspiracy, which sees ex-detective-turned-P.I., Harry along with his stalwart sidekick Bob Ryan, plunged into danger once more.
When young women and others whom Harry talks to about his latest case start getting killed, it’s not long before Harry’s inamorata, Lieutenant Kate Gazzara and her team get involved.
Who is Harry’s old school pal – and why does he appeal for help after so many years apart?
What is the link to the case, between a delivery company and a church’s philanthropic benefactress?
How do Bob and Harry get into trouble in a billiard room?
With satisfyingly thrilling shoot-outs, car chases, corruption in high places, a nationwide crime organisation and much much more, The Lolita Conspiracy by Blair Howard is guaranteed to be a 5-star winner, that will make you forget all about the Covid-19 pandemic, as Harry & co pull off another adventure, that should definitely be on your crime-thriller wishlist.
Get it as soon as you can – you’re sure to love it (and all Blair Howard’s other great books too!
Another great Harry Starke thriller. A guy that went to the same high school as Harry approaches him at a club. He wants to hire Harry as muscle, but Harry refuses. The man later turns up dead. Murder or suicide? Other bodies are starting to pile up. Harry is working with Kate Gazzara of the police. A lot of action and some twists in this novel. A page turner to captivate your interest.
Harry Starke runs into an old friend in a bar who then turns up dead. From there the bodies keep piling up as Harry and Bob Ryan along with Lt. Kate investigate what is happening and who is murdering all these people and why. So much action, so many shoot-outs, this book never stops and has a surprise ending and surprise final chapter that you don’t see coming. I definitely want to read more Harry Starke! I
Lots of drama and action, murder, explosions just a typical day in the life of Harry Starke. If you enjoy the rest of the books in the series you won’t want to miss this one.
I have so loved this Harry Starke series. The storyline runs so smoothly and the twists keep you guessing. The characters are so real and relatable. This series just keeps getting better and better. Blair Howard is a must read author! I was given a complimentary copy of the book in return for my opinion.
I recently received an advanced copy of The Lolita Conspiracy by Blair Howard. Harry Starke and Lieutenant Kate Gazarra are embroiled in another mystery. A man is dead, but is it a suicide or a murder? This becomes personal for Harry as he becomes a suspect. But, is he being set up or did he commit the crime?
As with all of Blair’s novels, this one definitely does not disappoint. With a brilliant plot, filled with plenty of suspects and theories, combined with the romantic glimpses of Harry and Kate’s relationship, make this another page turner. As soon as I thought I knew what had happened to the dead guy, a new scenario surfaced. This one is out in paperback now, and available for Kindle pre-order until April 30th, when it goes live. Don’t miss out! Get your copy ordered now!
I received a review copy from the author at my request and this is my honest opinion. Blair Howell has created an outstanding novel. There is plenty of action, characters that I, as a long-time reader have come to know and love, and an abundance of twists and turns. One of my favorite things about the Harry Starke and Kate Gazzara novels (that I’ve probably mentioned in several reviews) is the “voice” Mr. Howard uses in telling his stories. The reader almost feels like he/she is sitting around the office with Harry after a long day and he is telling stories of the “good old days”. I personally enjoy that casual, friendly feeling to the storytelling. It makes it feel more personal. I can’t wait to see what “file” Harry or Kate decides to delve into next. If you haven’t checked out this series you are missing out.
This is another Book in the Harry Starke P.I. series.This book does not disappoint, it’s a great who done it thriller.
I believe Blair Howard’s latest book in the Harry Starke Genesis series is the best one yet. I had a really hard time putting this one down once I started reading it. From the very beginning there was constant action. Does Harry Starke ever sleep?
This book had so many twists and turns I could never figure out who was behind the murders. It even had a very surprising ending. I liked how there were some mysteries that were never solved.