By: T.C. Donivan

Published By: Northern Writer.com

Age Recommended: Adult

Reviewed By: Arlena Dean

Rating: 4

Book Blog For: GMTA

Review:

"Panther Creek: Madness & Murder by T.C. Donivan was a historical read during that period of time. This fast paced novel took place in Mississippi on a Tuesday, May 19, 1896 and all of the happenings, happen in the course of one week . The story is of a Civil War veteran named Babalard Creech who has murdered two of the leading citizens of Panther Creek. Now we have the sheriff has be called seek Creech out from the hills of the Mississippi country. There will be a lots of characters some well developed, some well portrayed, real, colorful and even believable. This will be one story that you will have to pick up and read to fully understand what is going on as this posses tracks Creech down. What all will happen? This author really worked his magic at keeping the reader interested. You will get a very good research story that is full of 'excitement and humor.' Yes, Mr. Donivan this was interesting novel and I would recommend "Panther Creek: Madness & Murder" as a good read. ( )

I liked it. But then again, I wrote it. ( )

Civil War veteran Babalard Creech has murdered two of Panther Creek’s leading citizens and now the local Sheriff is called upon to pursue Creech into his lair deep in the swampy hills of the Mississippi delta country. This plot had promise.

I actually give this novel 2.5 stars. I liked it because of its historical accuracy, but I wanted deeper character development. Yes, this book has a large cast of quirky characters but I never felt like I got to know them on a personal level. Also, a lot of scenes were glossed over. The author wanted a fast-paced plot but it was almost too fast for me. I would have liked more details and not so much telling to move the story along.

All in all this book is a decent look at life in Mississippi in 1896. ( )