“I wouldn’t be too quick to open up A Memorable Murder, the newest book by John Schlarbaum because once you do, you won’t be able to put it down. You will be catapulted into an adventure that will keep you from doing anything else you promised yourself. This isn’t a book where you can pace yourself reading. Once you begin with that first page, you will be locked into a story that weaves together the twists and turns of political intrigue, murder and pay-back. Schlarbaum is a storyteller whose extraordinary grasp of plot and character and compellingly eerie and disquieting scenes will make you squirm. This is a murder mystery of immense talent. Once you finish with this book, you will want to read everything else by this writer.”
~ Marty Gervais – Bestselling Author, Publisher – Black Moss Press
“A diabolical plot, well drawn characters and written in a quick and quick witted narrative. John Schlarbaum’s A Memorable Murder is a pleasure to read.” ~ Bob Steele – CBC Radio Host
”A damn fine read.” ~ Ian Hamilton, author of The Water Rat of Wanchai
”With A Memorable Murder, Schlarbaum has crafted a richly layered mystery with lots of unexpected twists and turns. I couldn’t wait to get home to continue reading it. You never know what could happen on live television.” ~ Annette Hamm, anchor and former crime reporter, CHCH
“John Schlarbaum creates detailed characters we soon love to hate in his latest novel A Memorable Murder. He is able to delve into the psyches’ of his characters to show what motivates them and it isn’t altruism. There is a little bit of each character we can all relate to and that’s what makes A Memorable Murder so compelling. As we connect the dots on our way through the book, Schlarbaum continues to weave different relationships into the process and it is these relationships that twist the story into a sordid tale that jumps from the pages. Naivety, lust, greed and evil are all mixed in this mystery that will certainly have readers quickly turning the pages to discover the outcome.” ~ Kathy Rumleski, London Free Press
“John Schlarbaum has a unique gift of being able to deliver the kind of comfort that only a truly great mystery novel can give a reader, while also keeping us intrigued with all of the plot developments, and twists. The characters in A Memorable Murder are a perfect marriage of dark humour, and likability making this a pleasure to read.”~ Alan Coombs, Astral Radio – CJBK London
”A Memorable Murder is just that – memorable and compelling until the very last word. Readers can expect to be kept on the edge of their seats, guided by the clever and quick-witted detective Jennifer Malone. Nothing is what it seems in this page-turner where revenge, blackmail and murder drive the story to unexpected twists and turns.” ~ Marie Jeannette, Mimetic Entertainment
“Breaking away from his Steve Cassidy Series, John Schlarbaum injects us with A Jennifer Malone Mystery: A Memorable Murder. Schlarbaum takes us into a deadly affair that keeps the pages turning while still amusing us with his jocular wit. Schlarbaum’s resourceful ability to draw us into a mystery is addictive. His instinctive skill at allowing us to get to know and relate to each character makes for an enjoyable and yet, unsettling read; for in each character you may find a piece of yourself.” ~ Tina Wells, TV Host The Storyteller
John Schlarbaum’s latest novel, A Memorable Murder, is a fast-paced medical/political thriller. His new protagonist, Jennifer Malone, is a funny, quick-witted reporter who knows the ins and outs of the news business and knows how to get a story. The characters ring true. They are smart, witty, funny and sexy. Beware old classmates. You won’t forget A Memorable Murder!
~ Stephen Gaspar, Author of To Know Evil
“John Schlarbaum’s A Memorable Murder provides readers with plenty of intrigue, deception, crime drama and a search for the truth. There is realism to the way main character Jennifer Malone is portrayed and Schlarbaum doesn’t stop there as he gives his other characters believability as well. A Memorable Murder is an entertaining read with a good pace to it. It’s a well written book that allows readers to follow its characters through the good, the bad and ugly of big business, political drama and media interaction.” ~ Ron Giofu, reporter Amherstburg Echo
“Schlarbaum has done it again, with the introduction of a new mystery series. Readers will be captivated with feisty reporter Jennifer Malone as she unravels a fascinating murder mystery while racing against the clock.” ~ Lori Twining – Buzz 27 Blog
“My review is glowing. The story-telling method you used in terms of the time frames and the gradual disclosures of dimensions to the reader was perfect. The raw level of complexity and intrigue was also top-notch.” ~ Robert Ross, Windsor, ON
“Excellent plot and crisp writing.” ~ Shirley Burkhart, Amherstburg, ON
“The psychology of thinking paralleled with the unpredictable outcome of the storyline makes for another successful novel.” ~ Rachel James, Guelph. ON
“I truly enjoyed this book and I had a hard time putting it down. From the first chapter straight through to the last, the book keeps the reader thoroughly engaged and excited.” ~ Tina Bezaire, Windsor
“I really enjoyed A Memorable Murder and looked forward to picking it back up every day. I thought that Jennifer Malone’s character was interesting and fun – I really liked her. ” Mary Ellen Mangile, Amherstburg, ON
