Ruby Tuesday (Mike Travis Series, 2) [Hardcover]

Baron R. Birtcher (Author)

Book Description

Series: Mike Travis Series, 2 | Publication Date: November 19, 2001

People are dying as Mike Travis tracks down a lost studio recording by one of the world's most infamous bands.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

The sequel to last year's Roadhouse Blues, Baron R. Birtcher's tropical noir Ruby Tuesday pitches retired LAPD detective Mike Travis who only wants to get away from it all headlong into a dangerous criminal investigation when he finds his Hawaiian home full of drugs and bullets, as well as the bodies of a rock star and his entourage. Murders multiply and the lone lead is but a rumor: the "Lost Tapes" of a famous band, which more characters than the honest Travis are after.

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Review

"A fast-paced look at the dark side of music and greed. I couldn't put it down." -- Brad Freeman, K-Hawaii Radio, October, 2001

"Baron R. Birtcher has captured the feeling and lifestyle of the Big Island with characters that resonate with reality...A -- -Brad Freeman, K-Hawaii Radio

"Birtcher deserves praise and accolades for what he's produced. If you love a good mystery, this is it." -- Today's Librarian

"The climax is fast-paced, just how a detective needs to work when he finally puts it all together." -- Rapport Magazine

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Durban House; 1St Edition edition (November 19, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1930754116
• ISBN-13: 978-1930754119
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,879,049 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Baron R Birtcher is an LA TIMES and IMBA BESTSELLING author of the critically acclaimed Mike Travis series. He has been a judge for both the Edgar Awards and Shamus Awards. His third novel, Angels Fall, was nominated in 2009 for Left Coast Crime's BEST CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR.


Visit him on the web at www.BaronRBirtcher.com
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He has recently completed his first stand-alone thriller, and is working on his next novel.

He lives with his wife, Christina, in Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest.

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Two for Two!!!, February 17, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Ruby Tuesday (Mike Travis Series, 2) (Hardcover)

Baron Birtcher proves with Ruby Tuesday, his second Mike Travis novel, that Roadhouse Blues, his first, was no fluke. We now have a Great New Series Writer amongst us. In this newest adventure, Mike Travis, Ex-L.A. homicide detective, sails his yacht from Southern California to Kona Hawaii, only to find trouble awaits. As was the case with his first novel, this book is very fast paced, with more twists and turns than you'll find on the Saddle road between Kona and Hilo. Having moved from Southern California to Kona himself, Baron not only takes us on a wild ride of emotions, but also adds the natural beauty of the Big Island. As is the case with most excellent reads, the end, although unexpected, comes way too soon. I'm already looking forward to the next Mike Travis novel,and another trip to the Big Island of Hawaii.
I suggest, that as is the case with most series, if possible they should be read in order.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hawaii Noir, January 28, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Ruby Tuesday (Mike Travis Series, 2) (Hardcover)

It's a refreshing change to see a tough, hard-bitten detective roaming Hawaii. Florida's had more than its share, and Baron Birtcher has finally brought a great one to polynesia. Great action scenes, and a surprise ending. This one is worth the money.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read It, Loved It, December 5, 2001

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Garry Traynor (Honolulu, Hawaii) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ruby Tuesday (Mike Travis Series, 2) (Hardcover)

I read this in one sitting, and it really moves. I read a little bit of everything, but keep coming back to mysteries. This one is a standout.