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The Bakken Blade: A Zeke Traynor Mystery
**This book was a Finalist in the 2020 Next Generation Indie Book Awards, in the category "Thriller"!** Dead Girls. Money Laundries. A Boat Bomb. Zeke’s job is to find the killer. When a Native American girl is murdered on a remote North Dakota reservation, Zeke is called in to assist the FBI in solving the crime. The killing is soon linked to a conspiracy that includes oil, money, sex and drugs. At the same time, Zeke assists in the effort to shut down a money laundering operation that spins out of control when several key men seemingly commit suicide. And, investigating the accidental deaths of his parents years ago, Zeke discovers evidence that they were actually victims of a bomb blast. From North Dakota to the East Coast to the Florida Keys, Zeke must use all his talent to stop the killers and find the answers in this latest Zeke Traynor Mystery!
370 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 26, 2019
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February 27, 2019
This is a Zeke Trainor mystery. Zeke is trying to find out who killed and Indian girl in North Dakota. He’s also helping the FBI with a pawn shop money laundering scheme across the northeast! Plus he’s decided to look into his parents murder 30yrs earlier! This book had plenty of action across all three storylines! The characters were great! Just the right amount of twists and turns before the surprise ending to each case! I really enjoyed this book. This character had genuine but complex relationships with his co workers and his very patient girlfriend! I highly recommend this book if u r looking for an intelligent, interesting and action packed book!
February 24, 2019
Zeke Traynor is back at solving mysteries from North Dakota to the East Coast to Key West. Be ready for another great action adventure involving a murder, a money laundering scheme and a cold case. All of which will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end until Zeke solves the case. Jeff Siebold has the ability to interweave and layer all of these different storylines that make for a seamless read. I love reading Zeke Traynor mysteries and he is one of my favorite mystery solving characters.
February 26, 2019
Not for the feint of heart...
A gripping and bloody mystery in the midst of two other investigations... one personal, one multi-Jurisdictional. The realistic depiction of the stories makes for a very satisfying read.
I could NOT put it down! I was picking it up and reading it every chance I got!!
I have got The Adventurer and Lilac and Old Gold to read next.
A gripping and bloody mystery in the midst of two other investigations... one personal, one multi-Jurisdictional. The realistic depiction of the stories makes for a very satisfying read.
I could NOT put it down! I was picking it up and reading it every chance I got!!
I have got The Adventurer and Lilac and Old Gold to read next.
March 3, 2019
An explosive yet tragic reader's hook propels this mystery into readers' imaginations. The suspense and thrilling action is non-stop as series protagonist Zeke Traynor, possessor of an eidetic memory, takes on cases all around the nation, commencing with the horrible North Dakota killing which cimmences the book. THE BAKKEN BLADE is the newest of the Zeke Traynor Mysteries.
March 12, 2019
I received an ARC from the author at my request and this is my honest opinion. This was a fantastic read. The characters are true-to-life and the action is pretty consistent. I was a little concerned when I read the synopsis that the story was going to be confusing and jumbled since Zeke is dealing with two crimes and the deaths of his parents, but Mr. Seibold manages to keep all the details straight and makes it clear for the reader at the same time. I would have given this book at five-star-rating except for the fact Mr. Seibold seems to think his readers have short-term memory loss. (Now I may be the only one who is bothered by this, but it's a pet peeve.) If I read a detail about a recurring character I don't have to be reminded about that detail every time the character is mentioned. For example, I got the first time that Lieut Mankato speaks in a slow, deep voice. I didn't need to be reminded of that every time he says something. Other than that one detail, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and would most definitely recommend it.
March 22, 2019
An engaging crime thriller
There are three distinct crimes sets, decades apart and across the country. Murders of Indian women, a money laundering scheme with multiple murders, and the murder of his parents. Zeke Traynor is caught up resolving them all. The detective with the eidetic memory is truly a master of multitasking.
The intense story flows naturally, and while not short, it is a quick read because you don't want to put it down.
The only wrinkle is that Zeke's methods would make prosecuting one of the crimes difficult, but I'm not going to reveal a spoiler!
There are three distinct crimes sets, decades apart and across the country. Murders of Indian women, a money laundering scheme with multiple murders, and the murder of his parents. Zeke Traynor is caught up resolving them all. The detective with the eidetic memory is truly a master of multitasking.
The intense story flows naturally, and while not short, it is a quick read because you don't want to put it down.
The only wrinkle is that Zeke's methods would make prosecuting one of the crimes difficult, but I'm not going to reveal a spoiler!
March 6, 2019
Three mysteries told in Zeke-uential order.
It was interesting seeing Zeke as consultant in one line, undercover in another, and exploring personal matters in another. Three sides of Zeke. Each line also had its own location and colorful characters. There was a mix of research, suspense and action, with a different flair for each line. Zeke and his colleagues are professionals but also live rich lives. I look forward to Jeff's continued success sharing his stories.
It was interesting seeing Zeke as consultant in one line, undercover in another, and exploring personal matters in another. Three sides of Zeke. Each line also had its own location and colorful characters. There was a mix of research, suspense and action, with a different flair for each line. Zeke and his colleagues are professionals but also live rich lives. I look forward to Jeff's continued success sharing his stories.
March 6, 2019
This is the second book I've read by this author and I really love both books. This book involves American Indians and a really gruesome murder. It will compel you to read to the end! I highly recommend this book.
I received this book free from the author and am voluntarily providing an honest review.
I received this book free from the author and am voluntarily providing an honest review.
September 18, 2022
Lots of action.
There is action on every page. The Indian background was bad. Whole groups of people that can’t stay off drugs needs to be looked after like little kids. The girlfriend part of the book seems like a filler, it doesn’t have a bearing on the stories going on. She doesn’t come across as anything, but a sex fill in.
There is action on every page. The Indian background was bad. Whole groups of people that can’t stay off drugs needs to be looked after like little kids. The girlfriend part of the book seems like a filler, it doesn’t have a bearing on the stories going on. She doesn’t come across as anything, but a sex fill in.
March 4, 2019
This was a really great read that is well worth your time. Really good plot and I had to read it straight through. Zeke is a great character and the book moves along at a fast pace. Give it a read and you won't be sorry.
January 11, 2021
The Bakken Blade
Very unusual story about the murders of Native American girls in a very brutal fashion. A secondary plot involves a 30 year old unsolved case and still another is about money laundering and murder. At times I had trouble keeping up with all of them.
Very unusual story about the murders of Native American girls in a very brutal fashion. A secondary plot involves a 30 year old unsolved case and still another is about money laundering and murder. At times I had trouble keeping up with all of them.
March 2, 2019
Another fantastic story involving Zeke. He is one intriguing detective. He’s called in to help solve a murder and a conspiracy. Once you start, you’re lost in the story.
March 10, 2019
A great book from Jeff, which I really enjoyed. I would definitely recommend it. Can't wait to read the next one.
April 17, 2019
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April 1, 2021
The Bakken Blade
Interesting book to read. Keeps your interest. The kind of book where at midnight you want to read just one more chapter!!
Interesting book to read. Keeps your interest. The kind of book where at midnight you want to read just one more chapter!!
February 21, 2019
I received this book from the author as an ARC. I love Zeke Traynor books. He livens up any book he stars in. Seriously, Zeke is a master mind at solving crime. In this book he solves three separate crimes in three separate states. All the while, he is romancing his girlfriend. Mr Traynor works well by himself but he also manages to make working with others seem like child’s play. J Siebold is an amazing author who makes you feel a part of the story he is writing. He also makes his characters strong and likable. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves crime stories.
February 18, 2019
Something a little different
Great book
Loved it
Thank you
Great book
Loved it
Thank you
February 25, 2019
This is an OK story, well written, but hampered by several things that make no sense, factual errors and too many repetitions of details.
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