Book Review: The Rhythm of Evil by Dennis Koller

The Rhythm of Evil is a fast-paced, can’t put the book down, suspense thriller featuring Dennis Koller’s new hero, Reg Decker, Homicide Inspector. Decker was trained by the best in the business, retired Detective Tom McGuire, hero of Koller’s earlier books. Now Tom’s retired, but not entirely out of the picture.

Reg Decker is a seasoned San Francisco Homicide Inspector. He’s tough, he’s thorough, and he’s got heart. When nephew Bobby, a UCLA law student with cerebral palsy called to let Decker know about an explosion of destructive Twitter tweets about the Poppy Garcia murder, Uncle Reggie jumped into action only to discover more than he bargained for.

Decker’s partner for the past three years has been Manny Morales.  By coincidence, Morales was partner to Barry Egan, lead detective on the Poppy Garcia murder case. Egan left the department years ago, in a swirl of unanswered questions. A single mother, gang bangers, Mexican cartels, a pawn shop and dirty cops. So many questions.

Follow Inspector Decker through San Francisco’s avenues to the financial district, down Market Street, across the Golden Gate Bridge, and out to the greater Bay Area as the tangled strings of the past unravel. If you liked the Harry Bosch series by Michael Connelly, you’ll love this book.

The Rhythm of Evil is a top-notch thriller! The suspense escalates in Koller’s fast paced tale of a simple murder that turns out to be anything but simple. Tight writing and believable characters will keep the pages turning.  This exciting novel will be hot off the press on June 1. I can’t wait to read the next Inspector Reg Decker thriller!

For more information about the independent publishing world, Dennis Koller himself, his blog -“Deep Thoughts, Cheap Shots, and Bon Mots” or to order his books, go to his website at https://denniskoller.com

About the author: Dennis was born and raised in San Francisco and graduated from St. Mary’s College. He taught high school, college, and moved into administration as a senior level marketing administrator at California colleges and universities. He has since become a full time, award winning author.  Dennis and his wife, Sarah, were active members in the St. Catherine of Sienna Parish in Martinez until recently when they moved to Texas to be near family.

4 Replies to “Book Review: The Rhythm of Evil by Dennis Koller

  1. This cold case suspense thriller is exciting and well written. The author is very erudite in his obvious study and knowledge of police work. The surprise ending makes it even more enthralling. This is the 2nd book I’ve enjoyed by Dennis Koller. It will not disappoint.

  2. The Rhythm of Evil by Dennis Koller is a cold case mystery thriller that is entertaining from the beginning to the surprise ending. Mr. Koller is very erudite in his obvious knowledge of police investigations, internal politics and police personalities. It is my second of the authors books. He writes well and is very imaginative. You will not be disappointed.
    Michael D. Smith
    author of Hidden Memories

  3. Always love a good mystery set in San Francisco; I recognized all the local venues having been born, raised and worked in the City By The Bay. Missed Tom Maguire, retired homicide inspector, the protagonist in earlier tomes, but Reggie Decker is more than a respectable replacement. The thriller wrapped up with a truly unexpected twist. What more could you ask for in a great mystey story?

    1. The Rhythm of Evil is a thrilling book with many twists and turns that capture the reader’s interest with surprising developments throughout. This is a well written page turner reminiscent of James Patterson’s books but even more riveting. The dogged determination of Inspector Reg Decker to solve a thirteen year old murder amidst a multitude of obstacles will keep the reader focused in every chapter. A great read-very hard to put down.
      Tom McGuire

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