Mackinac Murder

"Mackinac Murder is a relentlessly page-turning story and a good mystery. Warning: Before cracking the cover, find a comfortable chair. You're going to be there for a while. Vizard, an award-winning journalist, is a natural-born storyteller."   -Tom Powers, Michigan in Books blog

"Mackinac Murder is a new take on the old genre of hard-hitting detective stories. It's wonderful, fast-paced reading and I highly recommend going on the ride. An excellent novel. This is a stand-alone story but part of a highly entertaining series. You will love it."   -Dave Lemaster, broadcaster and radio-show host

"A storyteller extraordinaire, Dave Vizard is quickly becoming a Michigan favorite! With a captivating storyline, multiple subplots, and interesting characters, Vizard has mastered a rarity in the writing world-crafting a novel that is both plot-driven and character-driven. Readers will not be able to put this page-turner down!"  -Janis Stein, Michigan award-winning author, editor, and speaker

"Mackinac Murder is an engaging and suspenseful story, told with the details for which Dave Vizard is known. It contains humor, compassion, and current events. He gives a nod to Bay City, Michigan, including streets, landmarks, and restaurants. This next book in the Nick Steele series is a must read."    -Karen Kolb, Michigan Book Snob blog

"Author Dave Vizard has outdone himself with Mackinac Murder, his latest work in his series featuring investigative reporter Nick Steele. Vizard paints vivid images of the many characters through his descriptive writing and clever imagination. I couldn't put the book down and I think Mackinac Murder would make an excellent movie!"   -Dave Maurer, retired broadcast journalist and radio programmer

"Over the years I've read several of Dave Vizard's stories. They've all been good, but Mackinac Murder clearly raises the bar. The characters are crisp and believable, and the plot captures the reader. Bravo!"   -Dennis Collins, author of Nightmare and The First Domino

"Mackinac Murder has an interesting protagonist, a puzzling mystery, and a setting worth exploring. What more do you want?"   -Jeffrey Cohen, author of six mystery series, screenwriter, and college professor

"Dave Vizard has done it again. Mackinac Murder, the latest installment in his Nick Steele murder mystery series, starts out fast and never slows down. Beautiful Mackinac Island is an unlikely place for a murder, but that just makes the story more intriguing. The characters are well drawn, and there's plenty not to like about them. The plot is full of twists and turns, and Nick has his hands full from start to finish. Mackinac Murder is a first-rate murder mystery and a great read."   -C. Cutter