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Clint Wolf #6
But Not Forbidden
The only thing Clint Wolf and Susan Wilson want to do is get married, but when a man is murdered in a most embarrassing way--shot to death while sitting on a porta potty--their wedding plans are placed in serious jeopardy. With only eight days to go until they say their vows, Clint and Susan go to work trying to find out who might want to kill the victim. There are a number of likely suspects and they all seem to have good reasons for wanting the man dead, but Clint and Susan must figure out who hated him the most.
As they work their way through the evidence in search of the truth, they are unknowingly headed for a deadly confrontation. Before it's all over, bullets will start flying and people are going to die...and if they're not careful, one of them might not make it to the altar.
As they work their way through the evidence in search of the truth, they are unknowingly headed for a deadly confrontation. Before it's all over, bullets will start flying and people are going to die...and if they're not careful, one of them might not make it to the altar.
194 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 19, 2018
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About the author
B.J. Bourg
59 books230 followersBJ Bourg is a twenty-seven-year veteran of law enforcement and has worked as a patrol cop, detective, police academy instructor, SWAT officer, sniper leader, and chief investigator for a district attorney's office. He is a former professional boxer and a lifelong martial artist.
He is the author of the London Carter Mystery Series, the Clint Wolf Mystery Series, two books featuring Detective Brandon Berger, and a stand-alone mountain mystery. Additionally, over 185 of his short stories and articles have appeared in magazines such as Woman's World, Boys' Life, Tactical Response, and LAW and ORDER.
He loves vacationing in the mountains and is especially drawn to hiking, climbing, photographing wild animals, and traversing wild rivers in anything that will float. Above all else, he is a father and husband, and the highlight of his life is spending time with his beautiful wife and wonderful kids. For more information, including a list of BJ's published works and info about new releases and upcoming events, visit his website (http://bjbourg.com/).
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He is the author of the London Carter Mystery Series, the Clint Wolf Mystery Series, two books featuring Detective Brandon Berger, and a stand-alone mountain mystery. Additionally, over 185 of his short stories and articles have appeared in magazines such as Woman's World, Boys' Life, Tactical Response, and LAW and ORDER.
He loves vacationing in the mountains and is especially drawn to hiking, climbing, photographing wild animals, and traversing wild rivers in anything that will float. Above all else, he is a father and husband, and the highlight of his life is spending time with his beautiful wife and wonderful kids. For more information, including a list of BJ's published works and info about new releases and upcoming events, visit his website (http://bjbourg.com/).
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December 27, 2020
This is a series where you have to read the books in order or you will be somewhat lost. I read every series in order. Once again I liked all the regular and secondary regular cast of characters cast of characters. I thought the story flowed pretty good. I thought the location was covered with pretty good and I felt like I was in the south. I thought the crime was good and the reason for it was sound however some aspects of the bad guys were the top or just not plausible. I feel it could have been a better story but it was decent as it was. I do think he needs to cut down on the use of exclamation marks and a few silly phrases. I did think this book was a little below average for the series but it was worth reading . I say go ahead and give this series a spin
May 6, 2021
Bourg’s 6th offering in the Clint Wolf crime thriller series has the Chief Investigator for the Mechant Loup Police Department following the evidence as to whom may have shot a carnival worker while he was taking his break in a Porta-Potty. Notifying the family of Chester’s death was no easy task. The man lived deep in the Louisiana Bayou and his three grown children discourage any visitors/trespassers by wielding firearms. And then there are the gators and snakes. Clint and Melvin meet up again with the huge gator they nicknamed Godzater. Yikes! There are multiple suspects and an unusual twist or two. Enjoy!
August 3, 2018
I think his books keep you on the edge of your seat love them
This book has a story to it about the swamps and everything in Louisiana and the lights of all the offices it's a great book
This book has a story to it about the swamps and everything in Louisiana and the lights of all the offices it's a great book
June 28, 2020
Not my favorite
It wasn’t so much the story and maybe I’m just an old curmudgeon but twice the author had to describe someone going to the bathroom, YUK. Why would that make the story a better read? I’m clueless.
It also is getting boring when it seems like Clint Wolf sees his wife to be, has to describe her sexually. Come on enough already. We get it she’s hot! A couple of times I can accept but over and over again, boring. There are more scenes that are sexually focused, that in my opinion adds nothing of value to the story other than cheap titillations. Maybe some people need it to make the story worthy of reading, not me, I can do without.
Still like the plots but it seems the author keeps increasing the cheap titillations with each new book. If that becomes the norm, he’ll loose me as a reader.
It wasn’t so much the story and maybe I’m just an old curmudgeon but twice the author had to describe someone going to the bathroom, YUK. Why would that make the story a better read? I’m clueless.
It also is getting boring when it seems like Clint Wolf sees his wife to be, has to describe her sexually. Come on enough already. We get it she’s hot! A couple of times I can accept but over and over again, boring. There are more scenes that are sexually focused, that in my opinion adds nothing of value to the story other than cheap titillations. Maybe some people need it to make the story worthy of reading, not me, I can do without.
Still like the plots but it seems the author keeps increasing the cheap titillations with each new book. If that becomes the norm, he’ll loose me as a reader.
September 13, 2023
A murder and a wedding. The murder has just happened but the wedding of Clint and Susan, less than a week away, won't be taking place unless the crime is solved.
The dead man, Chester Raymond, lived off the grid with his family in an inaccessible and dangerous part of the Louisiana Bayou. While working at the yearly fairground he is gunned down while using a porta-potty.
As always Clint's investigation is meticulous but the more he uncovers about Chester the greater the number of suspects becomes.
When the killer is uncovered it leads to a totally unexpected and extremely violent finale (Godzator, the giant alligator from an earlier book, makes an explosive return!)
Phew, there's still time to go ahead with the wedding :)
4 Stars.
The dead man, Chester Raymond, lived off the grid with his family in an inaccessible and dangerous part of the Louisiana Bayou. While working at the yearly fairground he is gunned down while using a porta-potty.
As always Clint's investigation is meticulous but the more he uncovers about Chester the greater the number of suspects becomes.
When the killer is uncovered it leads to a totally unexpected and extremely violent finale (Godzator, the giant alligator from an earlier book, makes an explosive return!)
Phew, there's still time to go ahead with the wedding :)
4 Stars.
November 4, 2018
Clint is smiling, happier than he had been in a long time. The music from the festival, the smell of the food, and the woman he loved. She could take care of herself, he wouldn’t have to worry so much about her.
Festival is a family event, and two men having an argument, words were spoken about Chester grouping his wife, and words I’ll kill you. Susan and Clint was brought over to check it out. He was one of the carnival operators, but no one has seen for awhile. Finding him with seven shots in torso, now finding the killer. Clint wonders if wedding will delayed. Susan says no way even if they have to quit their jobs. Tense plot to figure out.
Festival is a family event, and two men having an argument, words were spoken about Chester grouping his wife, and words I’ll kill you. Susan and Clint was brought over to check it out. He was one of the carnival operators, but no one has seen for awhile. Finding him with seven shots in torso, now finding the killer. Clint wonders if wedding will delayed. Susan says no way even if they have to quit their jobs. Tense plot to figure out.
May 2, 2019
When book six begins we are days away from Clint and Susan’s wedding when a murder occurs at the town fair. And thanks a problem because if the murder isn’t solved there won’t be a wedding...talk about pressure!
When a murder occurs at the fair Clint has a dead guy in a porta potty and a possible suspect. Then he’s got another suspect, then another...
The story takes some interesting twists and turns and there’s an action packed climax with help from a surprising and unlikely source. (Which might have been my favorite part!)
And all is well and the mothers can breathe easy as it all occurs in time for the wedding to still take place.
When a murder occurs at the fair Clint has a dead guy in a porta potty and a possible suspect. Then he’s got another suspect, then another...
The story takes some interesting twists and turns and there’s an action packed climax with help from a surprising and unlikely source. (Which might have been my favorite part!)
And all is well and the mothers can breathe easy as it all occurs in time for the wedding to still take place.
May 23, 2019
And the crazy life of Clint and Susan continues...
This one starts out with someone getting murdered in a porta potty at the county fair...
Yes ! and what happens after that is crazy and a little creepy. The mystery and drama grows as Clint tries to solve the porta potty murder, in time for his marriage to Susan. This story a Great Mystery, with a little humor mixed in. The same Great characters, with some new characters that were totally Creepy. The ending was Awesome ! Godzater makes an appearance, and becomes a Hero ! Fun read and an Awesome mystery....
This one starts out with someone getting murdered in a porta potty at the county fair...
Yes ! and what happens after that is crazy and a little creepy. The mystery and drama grows as Clint tries to solve the porta potty murder, in time for his marriage to Susan. This story a Great Mystery, with a little humor mixed in. The same Great characters, with some new characters that were totally Creepy. The ending was Awesome ! Godzater makes an appearance, and becomes a Hero ! Fun read and an Awesome mystery....
March 1, 2020
'But Not Forbidden' was another great add to a fantastic series, 'A Clint Wolf Novel'. Well written and well played out. The story line pulled me in from the start and didn't let go. Clint makes a great lead. His determination and drive make for a great read. Susan is the best partner for Clint. Their dynamic, both personal and professional, is unparalleled. They compliment each other's strengths and weaknesses. I look forward to reading more. Definitely a must add to your tbr list. Recommended.
September 30, 2018
I FEEL LIKE CLINT, PEOPLE STAY ON THEIR CELL PHONES WAY TOO MUCH, THEY MISS SO MUCH BECAUSE OF THEIR DAMN CELL PHONES. THIS WAS THE PREFECT BOOK TO READ WHILE “SAY YES TO THE DRESS” IS PLAYING IN THE BACKGROUND ON TV. I WAS ON PINS & NEEDLES WHILE CLINT WAS ON THAT TRIP TO THE FORBIDDEN SWAMP. YIKES! ‘D
February 15, 2021
Next Stop Crazy Town
This Clint Wolf novel was a little different for me. I usually give five stars for these books. But this one was a little disappointing . The story line was between a wedding begin delay and homicide hunting in the swamps . However I will move on to the next book in this series in hopes of recapturing Clint Wolf Mysteries.
This Clint Wolf novel was a little different for me. I usually give five stars for these books. But this one was a little disappointing . The story line was between a wedding begin delay and homicide hunting in the swamps . However I will move on to the next book in this series in hopes of recapturing Clint Wolf Mysteries.
January 5, 2023
But Not for Naught by BJ Bourg
This is the 5th in the Clint Wolf series for me. Interesting story but appears somewhat implausible (e.g., family living in almost completely unapproachable and completely isolated part of Louisiana which even Law Enforcement officers have not heard of and dread to visit). The ending was completely unexpected.
This is the 5th in the Clint Wolf series for me. Interesting story but appears somewhat implausible (e.g., family living in almost completely unapproachable and completely isolated part of Louisiana which even Law Enforcement officers have not heard of and dread to visit). The ending was completely unexpected.
June 24, 2024
Another thriller
As Clint and Susan prepare for their wedding, there is a murder at the fair that threatens the wedding. The victim is from the forbidden swamp, and Clint and Melvin must go and notify the family. As the wedding approaches, the pressure builds for Clint. Great reading and fast-paced
As Clint and Susan prepare for their wedding, there is a murder at the fair that threatens the wedding. The victim is from the forbidden swamp, and Clint and Melvin must go and notify the family. As the wedding approaches, the pressure builds for Clint. Great reading and fast-paced
May 22, 2018
Worth the wait!
BJ Bourg is the best at writing these fantastic novels. The Clint Wolf novels are fantastic reads. I have, thoroughly, enjoyed reading each one. Totally, ready, for the next book!
BJ Bourg is the best at writing these fantastic novels. The Clint Wolf novels are fantastic reads. I have, thoroughly, enjoyed reading each one. Totally, ready, for the next book!
May 28, 2018
Another hit!
This is my favorite yet .lots of excitement and lots of suspects to choose from .who murdered the carney??
Was it the hulk or one of many other colorful characters??
The truth will shock you just like it did me..you can't go wrong with this book.
This is my favorite yet .lots of excitement and lots of suspects to choose from .who murdered the carney??
Was it the hulk or one of many other colorful characters??
The truth will shock you just like it did me..you can't go wrong with this book.
June 19, 2018
This series keeps getting better and better! A shocking murder at a traveling carnival has Clint and Susan scrambling to solve the case. The wedding is fast approaching and if everything is not settled with the case, they will have to postpone everything. This is a great who dunit!
August 17, 2019
See if you can solve it! Challenge.
Another great book . Looking forward to reading more of his writing. From his resume of experience paperwork was part of the job, usually dreaded. However thank goodness he is still writing!!! WB.
Another great book . Looking forward to reading more of his writing. From his resume of experience paperwork was part of the job, usually dreaded. However thank goodness he is still writing!!! WB.
September 11, 2019
The wedding day is approching but when a man is murdered at the annual Mechant Loop funfair, this may postone the wedding. Clint Wolf andf his team have a deadline to find the motive and the killer.
Another enjoyable thriller in this series
Another enjoyable thriller in this series
October 11, 2019
This is one of the oddest crime stories
I really liked this one but it was really an odd one... all the way to the end. LA is a unique state and has areas very different from the rest of the country, and this Clint Wolf mystery definitely included some of those areas. Wow!
I really liked this one but it was really an odd one... all the way to the end. LA is a unique state and has areas very different from the rest of the country, and this Clint Wolf mystery definitely included some of those areas. Wow!
January 9, 2020
Great installment to this series! TI have always been guessing right up until the end who the killer was, this time was no different. I was sure I had this one figured out, I was wrong! I truly love this series!
March 15, 2020
Trouble from the swamp!
They say it's a whole different world in the swamps... Clint & Melvin are about to find out. If they make it out in time for Clints wedding without running into Godzator.
They say it's a whole different world in the swamps... Clint & Melvin are about to find out. If they make it out in time for Clints wedding without running into Godzator.
February 2, 2021
Family Connections
A man is shot as he sat in a portable toilet at the town festival. A pickup was moved from its' parking area. How can the two be connected? Several suspects were questioned before the surprise ending.
A man is shot as he sat in a portable toilet at the town festival. A pickup was moved from its' parking area. How can the two be connected? Several suspects were questioned before the surprise ending.
December 11, 2023
A Great Read!!
The narrative of The Forbidden Swamp was so discriptive I swear I could smell the "Swamp Gas" & "feel the mud sucking at my boots!"
I thought this one might be the one that delayed the wedding for good!
The narrative of The Forbidden Swamp was so discriptive I swear I could smell the "Swamp Gas" & "feel the mud sucking at my boots!"
I thought this one might be the one that delayed the wedding for good!
April 12, 2024
But not forbidden
Typical Clint Wolf but a considerably different tale with the swamp people and the issues of a wedding. Confusing in its web of deceit and greed, it kept me off track until the end and then proceeded too rapidly to what became an anticlimactic end.
Typical Clint Wolf but a considerably different tale with the swamp people and the issues of a wedding. Confusing in its web of deceit and greed, it kept me off track until the end and then proceeded too rapidly to what became an anticlimactic end.
June 7, 2018
#6 in the series a body is found in a porta potty at the local fair.
Clint and Susan are scheduled to be married soon.
Clint and Susan are scheduled to be married soon.
July 1, 2018
This book was very good. It was as well written as the other 5. I admit, I am waiting quite impact for the next one.
July 5, 2018
Great Series!
After reading 6 books in this series, I plan on reading other series by Mr Bourg. Mr. Blurb writes a good series!
After reading 6 books in this series, I plan on reading other series by Mr Bourg. Mr. Blurb writes a good series!
July 23, 2018
A good book and series. Recommend consideration.
September 18, 2018
Last one in this series and read them so fast I have a hard time slowing down or putting down a good book
October 2, 2018
This Clint Wolf crime-solver had me guessing until the end. Colorful characters. When will Clint and Susan tie the knot???
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