A Certain Malice

by Jake Page

Book Overview

"Jake Page is one of the Southwest's most distinguished writers."--The Denver Post A bizarre murder leaves two teenagers dead in a desert arroyo, their naked bodies side by side, face up under the New... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0345405390
• ISBN13: 9780345405395
• Release Date: November 1997
• Publisher: Ballantine Books
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 2.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 4.2" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

Tragedies of madness revealed with style and compassion.

The story begins with a poeticly captivating and respectful description of a Hopi kiva ceremony. What a contrast to the cruel beliefs and rituals that lure Mo Bowdre into a perplexing and dangerous pursuit of truth. I continue to enjoy the caring and understanding relationship between Mo and his companion, Connie. Mo's efforts to deal with the complexities and responsibilities of an unexpected relationship were compelling. Jake Page is dealing with some gruesome and very tragic situations; but, he knows just when to lighten the mood by interjecting elements of humor and humility. I recommend this book highly.