Fox Creek: A Novel

In this novel, Cork OConnor must save his wife, a mysterious stranger, and an Ojibwe healer from bloodthirsty mercenaries. He guides them to safety deep into the Boundary Waters, but his own skills as a hunter are tested. He must outwit his enemies and face his self-doubt to save those he loves.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

The New York Times bestselling Cork OConnor Mystery Series returns with a thrilling and atmospheric novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. In this installment, Cork races against time to save his wife, a mysterious stranger, and an Ojibwe healer from bloodthirsty mercenaries.

The ancient Ojibwe healer Henry Meloux has had a vision of his death, and as he walks the Northwoods in solitude, he tries to prepare himself peacefully for the end of his long life. However, peace is destined to elude him as hunters fill the woods seeking a woman named Dolores Morriseau, a stranger who had come to the healer for shelter and the gift of his wisdom.

Meloux guides this stranger and his great niece, Cork OConnor's wife, to safety deep into the Boundary Waters, his home for more than a century. On the last journey he may ever take into this beloved land, Meloux must do his best to outwit the deadly mercenaries who follow.

Meanwhile, in Aurora, Cork works feverishly to identify the hunters and the reason for their relentless pursuit, but he has little to go on. Desperate, Cork begins tracking the killers, but his own skills as a hunter are severely tested by nightfall and a late season snowstorm. He knows only too well that with each passing hour, time is running out. But his fiercest enemy in this deadly game of cat and mouse may well be his own deep self-doubt about his ability to save those he loves.

New and longtime fans will be enthralled by this gripping and richly told addition to a masterful series. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is intricate and compelling. The writing is vivid and descriptive, transporting readers to the heart of the Northwoods.

This novel is a must-read for anyone who loves mystery, suspense, and adventure. It is a testament to the talent of author William Kent Krueger and his ability to create a world that is both familiar and completely original. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a thrilling and unforgettable reading experience.

Weight: 259g
Dimension: 210 x 135 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982128722