 K.O.'d in the Volcano
by Victoria Heckman
When Honolulu Police officer Katrina Ogden lands an
assignment at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, her working-vacation
turns ugly as she is caught between two forces: murder and Madame Pele,
Goddess of the Volcano. In a race against time, she struggles to save
lives before the volcano’s eruption sweeps them away.
"This extraordinarily realistic excursion . . . will
have you searching your atlas. This heated tome will touch your heart
and spur your adrenalin . . . a truly fast and enjoyable read!"
Rating: 5 books (out of five)
— Elyse Thibodeaux, Beaumont Examiner
"There is something about a river of lava that is compelling in and of
itself. Heckman does a nice job of combining the most sinister of elements."
–Midwest Book Review
"K.O. is an interesting, well rounded character the reader will groan for,
cheer for, and finally . . . get a little exasperated with as she almost blows it with
her perfect Hawaiian gentleman. . . a compellig series with a romantic backdrop."
-Shelley's Bookshelf
". . . a terrific novel. The plot is as fast and hot as
the lava that threatens to blow from Kupaianaha and the writing so vivid
you can feel the ensuing heat. Katrina Ogden is an intelligent and
self-confident protagonist who remains genuine in nature,
a refreshing change from so many of the carefully constructed and gimmicky
characters that populate so many of today’s mysteries. I recommend it highly."
—JR Ripley, author of the Tony Kozol mystery series
". . . a unique and delightful mystery set in the mysterious and
beautiful Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. It is an intriguing story full
of twists and turns that is sure to enthrall both real and armchair visitors
of Hawaii’s romantic and multi-cultural society. Grab your lei, watch out
for the lava and hang on for the ride!"
—Earlene Fowler, author of the Benni Harper mystery series
"Meet a Big Island you haven’t met before, trust me: white-hot lava,
razor-edged characters, pakalolo caves, and vog. Volcanic smog. Not to
mention a feisty, red-haired, macadamia-pie-loving, girl-cop named K.O.
Some combo plate Victoria Heckman has cooked up here: living, breathing
Hawaiiana; shadows in the mist; dialog that makes you feel as though
you’re eavesdropping on da brahs-all under the vengeful eye of Madame Pele,
Goddess of the Volcano. Hot stuff indeed. Well done!"
—Richard Barre, award-winning author of
THE GHOSTS OF MORNING and
BURNING MOON
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