Introduction

First Prize for Fiction -- 2015 New England Book Festival

Hawaiian surfer Pono Hawkins leaves the Big Island for Maine’s brutal winter to help a former Special Forces comrade falsely accused of murder. Pono learns first-hand about Maine’s rampant political corruption – rated by the Gallup Poll as the second-worst in the US -- seeing huge energy companies pillage the State’s magnificent mountains and purchase its politicians at bargain prices. Pono is hunted, shot at, betrayed, and stalked by knife-wielding assassins as he tries to find the real murderer. Nothing is certain, no one can be trusted, no place is safe, while Pono is the target of every cop in several states.

"Another stellar ride from Bond." -- Kirkus “A gripping tale of murders, manhunts and other crimes set amidst today’s dirty politics and corporate graft, an unforgettable hero facing enormous dangers as he tries to save a friend, protect the women he loves, and defend a beautiful, endangered place.” -- First Prize for Fiction, January 2016, New England Book Festival

“The suspense, mystery, and intrigue will keep you on the edge of your seat.” – Goodreads

“The action is exciting, and a surprise awaits over each new page … Bond is clearly one of the master authors for thrillers of this century.” – NetGalley Reviews

“A work of compelling fiction … Very highly recommended.” – Midwest Book Review

“Bond tackles many important social and environmental issues in a fast-paced, politically charged plot with a passionate main character. Killing Maine is a twisting mystery with enough suspicious characters and red herrings to keep you guessing. It’s also a dire warning about the power of big industry and a commentary on our modern ecological responsibilities. A great read for the socially and environmentally conscious mystery lover.” – Honolulu Star-Advertiser

“Killing Maine is quite a ride for those who love good crime thrillers. But, too, like its predecessor, it is much more than just another rousing crime thriller. This is another of Mike Bond’s environmental eye-openers ... I can’t recommend this one strongly enough.” – Book Chase

“There’s more than plenty of high-paced action and thrills ... Nicely paced and plotted … As an aside it just might compel readers to look into its underlying issue as well!” – Crystal Book Reviews

“Mike Bond has produced another nail-bitter … “Killing Maine just sucks in the reader and makes it difficult to put the book down until the very last page … A winner of a thriller.” – Mystery Maven Reviews

“In this multi-complex novel … Friendship, loyalty, love, revenge and greed are just some of the issues brought to light in this novel. Author Mike Bond scores some high points and shoots straight to the top of the rating list!” – Just Reviews

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Excerpt

A COYOTE BARKED downhill. As I stopped to listen a bullet cracked past my ear and smacked into the maple tree beside me. I dove off the trail skidding down the icy slope toward the cliff. Whack another bullet smashed into a trunk as I tumbled past, couldn’t stop sliding, couldn’t pull off my snowshoes, the cliff edge coming up fast as a shot whistled past my eyes, another by my neck. ... view entire excerpt...

Discussion Questions

1. Can a thriller be set in real, contemporary events?

2. Can a man love three women at the same time?

3. Can literature be used to reveal political and corporate corruption?

4. How far will you go to save a beautiful place you love?

5. Do you believe our political system is honest?

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