Heller, Peter

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Burn

The fact that nothing is really ever explained and the novel ends before the men escape Maine adds to the helpless feeling conveyed by this dystopian novel that strikes a chord.
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The Last Ranger

Listeners will be drawn to Ren, whose integrity and diligence bring to mind C.J. Box’s Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett and Lee Child’s unstoppable Jack Reacher. Recommended for anyone seeking fine writing, tense action, and a strong sense of place.

The Guide

Heller’s chilling tale of twisted minds playing on pandemic fears is all too realistic. One heckuva read; don’t miss it.

The River

Using an artist's eye to describe Jack and Wynn's wilderness world, Los Angeles Times Book Prize finalist Heller has transformed his own outdoor experiences into a heart-pounding adventure that's hard to put down. [See Prepub Alert, 9/10/18.]
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Celine

Heller (The Painter) blends suspense with beautiful descriptive writing of both nature and civilization to create a winner. [See Prepub Alert, 9/19/16.]
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The Painter

Difficult to define by genre, this novel embraces themes of personal loss and growth, drama and suspense, while also including plenty for those who enjoy art or nature fiction. Highly recommended. [See Prepub Alert, 11/3/13.]
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The Dog Stars

Adventure, survival, and sf enthusiasts will enjoy this book. ["After an award-winning career as an adventure writer and NPR contributor, Heller has written a stunning debut novel. In spare poetic prose, he portrays a soaring spirit of hope that triumphs over heartbreak, trauma, and insurmountable struggles," read the review of the New York Times best-selling Knopf hc, LJ 7/12.—Ed.]
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The Dog Stars

After an award-winning career as an adventure writer and NPR contributor, Heller has written a stunning debut novel. In spare, poetic prose, he portrays a soaring spirit of hope that triumphs over heartbreak, trauma, and insurmountable struggles. A timely must-read. [See Prepub Alert, 1/30/12.]
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