The Lighthouse Murders

Searing/McMillan #8

by Richard L. Baldwin

Lighthouses, crossword puzzles, a cast of suspicious characters, and suspense follow Lou Searing and his new assistant, Jack Kelly, as they work to solve the murders of Frieda Bowman and Arthur S. Webberson. From Door County to Bloomfield Hills, with action in between (Squaw Island, Manistee, Ludington, Alma, Eastern Michigan University) Lou and Jack delve into family relationships only to find greed, jealousy, and revenge. In the end, justice prevails as is always the case with a Baldwin mystery.

273 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

A resident of Haslett, MI - Rich Baldwin has published more than 20 books, including two children’s books, a set of religious vignettes, several skits and the "AARP Magazine - Swim Suit Edition", under his own company – Buttonwood Press.

He is also a public speaker, addressing groups on the topic of “"How to Self Publish Your Own Book"” Prior to becoming a published author, he enjoyed a long and exciting career in special education, serving as a teacher, college professor and spending 20 years at the Michigan Department of Education where he was a consultant, supervisor and State Director of Special Education from 1990-97.

Rich was born in Kalamazoo,MI; raised in Grand Haven, MI; and has graduate and post graduate degrees from Western Michigan University as well as a doctorate from Kansas University.

Rich loves to spend time with his fans, and likes nothing better than meeting people when he is at book-signings and making appearances on promotional tours.

Reviews

[John · Rating 1 out of 5]

Not a page turner for me. I struggled to finish it

[Beth Polaski · Rating 5 out of 5]

This had me guessing until the very, very end! I look forward to reading more of his work!

[Connie Achtenberg · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my 4th book by this author and I feel this one is the best so far. I really enjoyed the plot twists. Some typos where I wish it had been better edited but it was a fun read!

[Wendy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the story itself. I didn't like the writing style. It seemed to drag on. Plus we already knew it took place in Michigan but it kept naming the cities along with the state.

[Gaston G. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Richard Baldwin is a self-published author. I've read a number of his books. His stories are good, but his writing could use a good editor. I enjoy reading his books but sometimes it is difficult to get through a part here and there. One trait I really like is that Mr. Baldwin does not need to include vulgarities and indecencies in his stories. You might say that's not realistic, but it was not that long ago that it was the norm!

[D.L. Price · Rating 4 out of 5]

My favorite book thus far by Richard Baldwin. I love how he includes Michigan cities and sights in his mystery books. The Lighthouse Murders did surprise me at the end which is always good for mystery murders. Loved the book and can't wait to read the next one!

[Donna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Liked it, and happy to find a new MI author. Fun to read a book w/ references to places that I know!

[Cathy Farrell · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book somehow felt almost like it was as much a travelogue as a mystery. Unfortunately, trying to do both meant that it ended up not being particularly good at either.