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Critical Praise for THE MAYDAY Here are some of the reviews for Bill's new book in the Jack Merchant and Sarah Ballard Series: "Jack and love-scarred Sarah's cautious relationship gels
in the midst of palpable tension as they fight to save her boat
and several lives. Complex and salty supporting characters add gritty
authenticity to this taut mystery." "The second entry in the Merchant-Ballard series oozes seaside
ambience, with the couple's contentious relationship providing a
compelling backdrop for a solidly plotted, exciting thriller." "In this second series novel from a local veteran thriller
writer, there's plenty of sexual tension and easygoing banter between
Ballard and Merchant. The kids -- rebellious 12-year-old Sean and
naive 7-year-old Laurie -- are sympathetic and genuine. Their plight
lends urgency to Merchant's quest to free them from the clutches
of a nasty villain driven by greed and hubris. Eidson is in the
zone when he writes about sailing and diving, and the sea itself
is one of the book's most vivid characters." "Eidson is a fine adventure writer, with the ability to shift
among scenes, sketch in minor characters and create a pair of heroes
whose vulnerabilities entice and intrigue us." "Jack's tough and tenderhearted, Sarah's brainy and sexy,
the prose is clear and direct. Here's crime fiction the way it should
be." "Gradually the skeptical Merchant and Ballard come to believe
in the existence of a particularly nasty, modern-day pirate. Under
Eidson's cool and expert guidance, so will you." "Author Bill Eidson knows how to ratchet up the suspense in
a mystery novel. He also knows how to portray the slow dance of
two characters finding each other, not with roadblocks and manipulation,
but with respect for the emotions and concerns of complex characters
under pressure. The book (and the series) is a must-read for mystery
fans." "Bill Eidson has written a crime thriller that is fast paced,
action-packed and full of chills and thrills. This second novel
in a great new series is even better than the REPO as hard as that
is to believe. Jack Merchant is a tough macho man but when it comes
to his feelings for Sarah he is gentle and vulnerable. This duo
is a terrific crime fighting team and is one of the main reasons
that this series should have a long life. Hearts will go out to
the victims in this work with hopes that the criminals get their
just deserts."
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