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Early Snow
EARLY SNOW
Odyssey Pruit paints pictures of the ghosts and spirits she saw in the halls of an old hotel where she worked ten years before.
GUY HOGAN doesn’t believe in ghosts. Hogan is hired to guard Odyssey’s pictures for her first art show in the same old hotel. When an early blizzard closes the roads, knocks out the power and telephone, Hogan is trapped in the hotel with Odyssey’s quirky fans. When imps and ghouls make their presence known, Hogan questions his doubts, and the answer could be murder.
Odyssey Pruit paints pictures of the ghosts and spirits she saw in the halls of an old hotel where she worked ten years before.
GUY HOGAN doesn’t believe in ghosts. Hogan is hired to guard Odyssey’s pictures for her first art show in the same old hotel. When an early blizzard closes the roads, knocks out the power and telephone, Hogan is trapped in the hotel with Odyssey’s quirky fans. When imps and ghouls make their presence known, Hogan questions his doubts, and the answer could be murder.
- GenresMystery
180 pages, Paperback
First published November 15, 2025
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January 12, 2026
Thank you Kevin Wolf for allowing me to read and review your self-published book, Early Snow on NetGalley.
Published: 11/15/25
Stars: 3.5
The storyline was an interesting concept. My real issue is the length of time and energy on the author's part as well as mine describing the parking of a truck. (Of note, over a period of days I had wifi problems. Therefore, I didn't want to waste time rereading the synopsis.) I knew I wouldn't pick a book with this premise.
Once the truck was parked, the story moved into the hotel. While it felt slow, I cannot imagine a difference. It's an equation: so many people snowed in, they all have basically the same concerns. This made the writing seem repetitive.
I had a problem keeping the characters names straight with their storyline. They seemed too similar, perhaps this was by design or just a me problem.
Overall, I enjoyed the story and would have liked a little more Betsy. I did like the ending.
There is some swearing, I didnt find it necessary.
This is book one in a new series, and I look forward to reading book two.
Published: 11/15/25
Stars: 3.5
The storyline was an interesting concept. My real issue is the length of time and energy on the author's part as well as mine describing the parking of a truck. (Of note, over a period of days I had wifi problems. Therefore, I didn't want to waste time rereading the synopsis.) I knew I wouldn't pick a book with this premise.
Once the truck was parked, the story moved into the hotel. While it felt slow, I cannot imagine a difference. It's an equation: so many people snowed in, they all have basically the same concerns. This made the writing seem repetitive.
I had a problem keeping the characters names straight with their storyline. They seemed too similar, perhaps this was by design or just a me problem.
Overall, I enjoyed the story and would have liked a little more Betsy. I did like the ending.
There is some swearing, I didnt find it necessary.
This is book one in a new series, and I look forward to reading book two.
December 21, 2025
Who doesn't love a good mystery filled with intrigue, complex and well-developed characters who frequently switch alliances, adding to the guessing game of red herrings, cliffhangers, complicated relationships, and a diligent sleuth? Kevin Wolf delivers on all points in book two of the Guy Hogan mystery series, "Early Snow." Weather elements, particularly developing snow and blizzard conditions, play a predominant role in the storyline. The storm symbolizes chaos and danger, foreshadowing impending changes. Wolf's description of the story's setting is top-notch and exemplifies someone who understands weather patterns and changes in a particular region.
Odyssey Pruit paints pictures of the ghosts and spirits she saw in the halls of an old hotel where she worked ten years before. Guy Hogan doesn’t believe in ghosts. Hogan is hired to guard Odyssey’s pictures for her first art show in the same old hotel. When an early blizzard closes the roads, knocks out the power and telephone, Hogan is trapped in the hotel with Odyssey’s quirky fans. When imps and ghouls make their presence known, Hogan questions his doubts.
As the story unfolded, I felt like I had stepped into scenes from the board game, Clue. The action takes place in several different locations within the hotel. Secrets, misdirection, twists, and turns frequently changed the narrative. When a murder occurs, speculation runs rampant as to who was actually murdered, who could be the murderer, and what could possibly be the motive for the killing. Guy Hogan was a reluctant sleuth who became a reluctant hero, not one who set out to be in the spotlight. He was just as afraid as the others but wanted to do his job. Wolf skillfully navigates all these pieces, keeping the reader engaged with just the right amount of pacing.
As winter weather settles in, it's time to cozy up with a good whodunit mystery. As an added bonus to the book, Wolf added his award-winning 2021 Short Fiction Spur Award Winner from the Western Writers of America, "Belthanger," to the back of the book.
Odyssey Pruit paints pictures of the ghosts and spirits she saw in the halls of an old hotel where she worked ten years before. Guy Hogan doesn’t believe in ghosts. Hogan is hired to guard Odyssey’s pictures for her first art show in the same old hotel. When an early blizzard closes the roads, knocks out the power and telephone, Hogan is trapped in the hotel with Odyssey’s quirky fans. When imps and ghouls make their presence known, Hogan questions his doubts.
As the story unfolded, I felt like I had stepped into scenes from the board game, Clue. The action takes place in several different locations within the hotel. Secrets, misdirection, twists, and turns frequently changed the narrative. When a murder occurs, speculation runs rampant as to who was actually murdered, who could be the murderer, and what could possibly be the motive for the killing. Guy Hogan was a reluctant sleuth who became a reluctant hero, not one who set out to be in the spotlight. He was just as afraid as the others but wanted to do his job. Wolf skillfully navigates all these pieces, keeping the reader engaged with just the right amount of pacing.
As winter weather settles in, it's time to cozy up with a good whodunit mystery. As an added bonus to the book, Wolf added his award-winning 2021 Short Fiction Spur Award Winner from the Western Writers of America, "Belthanger," to the back of the book.
November 23, 2025
The task was to secure an art show at a hotel during an early snow. This was a nice and simple read overall. The pace was not as fast as I would’ve liked. Story spent a lot of time describing the snowy landscapes and ordinary tasks of securing the art from this delivery truck. There really wasn’t much happening.
Eventually, after a lot of time into this, there seems to be some speculation about ghosts. And it would make sense that people would be creeped out with being snowed in a possibly haunted resort.
The read was decent enough, but I didn’t quite get the big thrill I usually get with reads like these. There was some illusion of mystery, but not enough of it. Just a lot of narrative. A fairly nice read.
Eventually, after a lot of time into this, there seems to be some speculation about ghosts. And it would make sense that people would be creeped out with being snowed in a possibly haunted resort.
The read was decent enough, but I didn’t quite get the big thrill I usually get with reads like these. There was some illusion of mystery, but not enough of it. Just a lot of narrative. A fairly nice read.
November 25, 2025
I really enjoyed this story a lot. The ghostly aspect was one of the key reasons. I had my suspicions as we experienced all the things that went wrong even before the murder. The spooky atmosphere was well done as far as I was concerned and definitely added to the story. Secrets, misdirections, and flirtations were also reasons that I kept turning the pages. Guy Hogan was a reluctant sleuth and a reluctant hero. I loved that he was just as afraid as the others, made him human.
I received a copy through RABT Book Tours, and this is my unsolicited review.
I received a copy through RABT Book Tours, and this is my unsolicited review.
December 31, 2025
Wow! What a book! Kevin Wolf weaves a wonderful tale. He puts stories together like no others.
This pulled me right in from the beginning and did not let go.
Wolf ties up every thread with sharp twists, great pacing, and his own signature storytelling style that keeps his reader hooked.
A well crafted story with mind bending mystery that will have you second guessing.
This pulled me right in from the beginning and did not let go.
Wolf ties up every thread with sharp twists, great pacing, and his own signature storytelling style that keeps his reader hooked.
A well crafted story with mind bending mystery that will have you second guessing.
December 2, 2025
Kevin Wolf is great writer and "Early Snow" has the perfect amount of spooky with some whimsy splashed in for entertainment. I loved Betsy! Absolutely my favorite character! A great book!
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