Mark de Castrique

WHAT THE CRITICS ARE SAYING

BLACKMAN'S COFFIN
"A wealth of historical detail, an exciting treasure hunt and credible characters distinguish this fresh, adventurous read."
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Starred Review

"Known for his effortless storytelling, de Castrique once again delivers a compelling tale blending fact and fiction, this one involving racial tension, the aftermath of war, and the authentication of manuscripts."
LIBRARY JOURNAL Starred Review

FINAL UNDERTAKING:
"A heartwarming portrait of American culture. His writing is to be savored." LIBRARY JOURNAL Starred Review

FOOLISH UNDERTAKING:
"Another stellar entry into an outstanding series that deserves wider recognition."
BOOKLIST Starred Review

"As important and as impressive as the author's narrative skills are the subtle ways he captures geography - both physical and human - of a unique part of the American South."
THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE

GRAVE UNDERTAKING:
"Realistic and sensitively drawn characters, including Barry’s Alzheimer’s-afflicted father, together with a neat plot that builds to a powerful ending..."
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

DANGEROUS UNDERTAKING:
"Adept at both the grizzly and the graceful, de Castrique has produced a marvelous mystery you won't want to put down." PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

A CONSPIRACY OF GENES:
"Suspense that builds to a brilliant conclusion."
MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW

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