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Clint Wolf #24
But Not Foregathered
On a Monday afternoon in July, three Mechant Loup boys leave baseball practice on their bicycles…and vanish.
The plan had been for Cory, Ruben, and Allen to camp in the woods east of town after baseball practice, but when they don’t return home the next morning, their parents call the police and report them missing. The worst part? A monster hurricane is rumbling toward the coast of Louisiana, and if the boys are caught out in the swamps during such a storm, they’ll surely perish.
In a desperate race against time, Clint Wolf and Amy Cooke, along with the rest of the police department, begin a multi-pronged search for the boys. A kidnapping pulls Clint and Amy away from the search, but when good and evil come together in an old camp house during the height of the storm, they seem on the cusp of getting some answers. However, will they survive the killer in front of them and the storm raging above them in order to do anything with that information?
The plan had been for Cory, Ruben, and Allen to camp in the woods east of town after baseball practice, but when they don’t return home the next morning, their parents call the police and report them missing. The worst part? A monster hurricane is rumbling toward the coast of Louisiana, and if the boys are caught out in the swamps during such a storm, they’ll surely perish.
In a desperate race against time, Clint Wolf and Amy Cooke, along with the rest of the police department, begin a multi-pronged search for the boys. A kidnapping pulls Clint and Amy away from the search, but when good and evil come together in an old camp house during the height of the storm, they seem on the cusp of getting some answers. However, will they survive the killer in front of them and the storm raging above them in order to do anything with that information?
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 25, 2022
About the author
B.J. Bourg
58 books248 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/).
https://www.facebook.com/BJBourg
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June 28, 2022
Read it in one sitting!
This series is the best! It never fails me, from start to finish it is a thrill ride. I love the Clint Wolf series!
This series is the best! It never fails me, from start to finish it is a thrill ride. I love the Clint Wolf series!
February 25, 2025
The last time a hurricane hit Mechant Loup, a murderer tried to stage the scene to look like the storm killed the victim. This time, the problem is nothing so nefarious but every bit as dire. Three teenaged boys are missing.
Or is it foul play after all?
This one is keeps a reader guessing. Did the boys have an accident? Run away? Fall prey to one or more people with ulterior motives? Every time the detectives think they’ve figured it out, they have to rethink their theory. And they’re running out of time.
This is another book where the town is as much a character as the people and the weather is as dangerous as any villain. I couldn’t put this one down.
Or is it foul play after all?
This one is keeps a reader guessing. Did the boys have an accident? Run away? Fall prey to one or more people with ulterior motives? Every time the detectives think they’ve figured it out, they have to rethink their theory. And they’re running out of time.
This is another book where the town is as much a character as the people and the weather is as dangerous as any villain. I couldn’t put this one down.
October 4, 2022
Superb as ever
It is really nice to read a series of novels where the storyline and characters are as fresh after 24 books as they were at the beginning. This is a superb series that should be read from book 1 onwards as the way the characters have developed during the series names them feel real.
It is really nice to read a series of novels where the storyline and characters are as fresh after 24 books as they were at the beginning. This is a superb series that should be read from book 1 onwards as the way the characters have developed during the series names them feel real.
June 30, 2022
Gripping Story
Another great adventure for Clint, Susan and the rest of the team.
With a huge hurricane approaching, 3 boys are reported missing after failing to return from a camping trip. When its found the camp site hasn't been used in weeks and they boy's bikes are found hidden in long grass everyone is at a loss to know where to even begin looking. Knowing they will never survive the storm alone, its a race against time to find them and get them home safely, but where do they begin looking. Knowing that his colleagues would risk their own lives to brave the hurricane in an effort to save these children Clint and Amy desperately search for clues to where to start looking. When they receive word that a body, seemingly attacked by alligators, has been found in the swamps just as the storm hits the team are separated and forced to hunker down where they are to ride out the storm. What follows in the aftermath is full of twists and turns that will keep you guessing.
Great read.
Another great adventure for Clint, Susan and the rest of the team.
With a huge hurricane approaching, 3 boys are reported missing after failing to return from a camping trip. When its found the camp site hasn't been used in weeks and they boy's bikes are found hidden in long grass everyone is at a loss to know where to even begin looking. Knowing they will never survive the storm alone, its a race against time to find them and get them home safely, but where do they begin looking. Knowing that his colleagues would risk their own lives to brave the hurricane in an effort to save these children Clint and Amy desperately search for clues to where to start looking. When they receive word that a body, seemingly attacked by alligators, has been found in the swamps just as the storm hits the team are separated and forced to hunker down where they are to ride out the storm. What follows in the aftermath is full of twists and turns that will keep you guessing.
Great read.
June 30, 2022
Better and Better
Each book gets better and better. I love Clint, Susan, little Gracie is adorable. I love the dogs too. They are every much a part of the family. The Wolf’s police colleagues are their extended family and I love their interactions.
The mystery and storyline was very intense and heartfelt. I never saw the villain until they were revealed.
Very good. I can’t wait for the next one.
Each book gets better and better. I love Clint, Susan, little Gracie is adorable. I love the dogs too. They are every much a part of the family. The Wolf’s police colleagues are their extended family and I love their interactions.
The mystery and storyline was very intense and heartfelt. I never saw the villain until they were revealed.
Very good. I can’t wait for the next one.
July 21, 2022
This BJ Bourg fan is very much in the minority of reviewers
I usually download and then read right through the newest Clint Wolf books. This time it took me several days to make it to the end, and I mulled over it for about a week. I liked the book but didn’t love it, so I couldn’t decide on three or four stars.
Truth is, I’m leery when crime fiction writers merge murders with natural disasters—after having lived through several. Hurricanes are the worst, because I still have some unresolved issues after Hurricane Isabel back in 2003. I have read several nonfiction works about natural disasters, so I decided to chance reading this book, mostly because I really like BJ Bourg’s books.
As in most books about natural disasters—earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes—there’s usually a tangle that ensues during emergency hurricane prep. First responders must herd the population to safety; often have encounters with ignorant civilians; and when the first responders begin bunkering down, there are civilians (who refused to evacuate) calling for help. I thought the hurricane storyline overwhelmed the mystery at times, but again, this is probably my perception. I was struck by the sheer number of deaths in this book—all or most of which are murders.
What kept me reading were the law enforcement characters, their courage, and their strong camaraderie. I will certainly read BJ Bourg’s next book, which I hope won’t include another natural disaster.
I usually download and then read right through the newest Clint Wolf books. This time it took me several days to make it to the end, and I mulled over it for about a week. I liked the book but didn’t love it, so I couldn’t decide on three or four stars.
Truth is, I’m leery when crime fiction writers merge murders with natural disasters—after having lived through several. Hurricanes are the worst, because I still have some unresolved issues after Hurricane Isabel back in 2003. I have read several nonfiction works about natural disasters, so I decided to chance reading this book, mostly because I really like BJ Bourg’s books.
As in most books about natural disasters—earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes—there’s usually a tangle that ensues during emergency hurricane prep. First responders must herd the population to safety; often have encounters with ignorant civilians; and when the first responders begin bunkering down, there are civilians (who refused to evacuate) calling for help. I thought the hurricane storyline overwhelmed the mystery at times, but again, this is probably my perception. I was struck by the sheer number of deaths in this book—all or most of which are murders.
What kept me reading were the law enforcement characters, their courage, and their strong camaraderie. I will certainly read BJ Bourg’s next book, which I hope won’t include another natural disaster.
March 25, 2026
An Outstanding Book !!!!!
You would think that after reading 23 of the Clint Wolf Series, that I would be bored, unexcited, impatient and looking forward to 'being done' with them as I began reading the 24th one !!! NOPE, this was one of the "best yet" !!
I grew up in Iowa and have survived 2 'direct hit' tornadoes (the 2nd one took all of our farm outbuildings except the house, we were in the basement!!!) and one derecheo (that's a 'straight line wind in excess of 80 mph) so I could relate to the Hurricane Ursula !!!
This book covered all the bases! From tragedy to horror to bravery to deception to justice...... you covered all of that .......and 'then some' !!
Thank You for this book !!! You "made my day"!!!
You would think that after reading 23 of the Clint Wolf Series, that I would be bored, unexcited, impatient and looking forward to 'being done' with them as I began reading the 24th one !!! NOPE, this was one of the "best yet" !!
I grew up in Iowa and have survived 2 'direct hit' tornadoes (the 2nd one took all of our farm outbuildings except the house, we were in the basement!!!) and one derecheo (that's a 'straight line wind in excess of 80 mph) so I could relate to the Hurricane Ursula !!!
This book covered all the bases! From tragedy to horror to bravery to deception to justice...... you covered all of that .......and 'then some' !!
Thank You for this book !!! You "made my day"!!!
October 20, 2022
As with all his books in this thrilling series it did not disappoint! They grab me from the first chapter till the last! Clint and Susan’s little town faces yet another Hurricane. Only this time 3 boys are missing and must be found before it hits! As always the whole PD risk there lives to save these boys as well as a few towns people. And it all leads up to to an exciting twisted surprise ending! And Susan can’t wait! She peaks at the ultrasound pics and finds out the sex of the baby! But I’ll never tell! Love love love these books!
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February 23, 2023
A gripping plot of a Hurricane that is coming to the area, and three teen boys have been reported missing. They loved the swamps and camping out, where they were to be they weren’t.
The story brings you thru the nightmare of an approaching storm, along with the dangers that were in the swamps. Tempers that are out of control as was murder.
Time to get to safety was decreasing fast and not wanting to stop, unable to find the boys. Lives are changed along with new beginning
Could do without the cuss words from Amy.
Readers will enjoy another winning story
The story brings you thru the nightmare of an approaching storm, along with the dangers that were in the swamps. Tempers that are out of control as was murder.
Time to get to safety was decreasing fast and not wanting to stop, unable to find the boys. Lives are changed along with new beginning
Could do without the cuss words from Amy.
Readers will enjoy another winning story
March 11, 2023
But not Foregathered by BJ Bourg
Excellent storyline and full of suspense as with his 23 thrillers I have read rugs far. Three teenagers are reported missing in the wake of a Category 5 Hurricane (Ursula). Clint and his team weather various challenges and excruciating difficulties to somehow find and save the children. The ending is totally unexpected and surprising. Can’t wait to read #25 in this series.
Excellent storyline and full of suspense as with his 23 thrillers I have read rugs far. Three teenagers are reported missing in the wake of a Category 5 Hurricane (Ursula). Clint and his team weather various challenges and excruciating difficulties to somehow find and save the children. The ending is totally unexpected and surprising. Can’t wait to read #25 in this series.
August 11, 2026
This one is a doozy! Full of stupid kids, stupider adults, an impending hurricane with tornados and our crew trying to do all they could to look after the town and find the boys. It was crazy how it all went down, from the adults of the missing kids, to the adults who did bad things and seemingly had no remorse. Heck...even some of the things Clint and his crew did in the search was stupid crazy. I do like the choice that Clint gave the last boy and the decision he made.
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July 1, 2022
But Not Foregathered
This book is as great as all the rest were in this series. I understand that the next book will be the last in this series. I have read every book in this series and I highly recommend this book and series. This book was an exciting thriller .This series is a must read.
This book is as great as all the rest were in this series. I understand that the next book will be the last in this series. I have read every book in this series and I highly recommend this book and series. This book was an exciting thriller .This series is a must read.
June 28, 2022
WOW! The excitement begin with the first line and continued to build throughout the story. Favorite characters are put in extremely stressful situations and endure while this readers heart raced. Missing boys, a hurricane and surprise plot twists make this a read you won't put down.
June 28, 2022
Bourg and this series is one of my all time favorites. It was as usual compelling but too many of the characters died. I didn’t think all of these deaths added to the story line. I would have hoped Bourg was more discerning.
July 1, 2022
Clint Wolf series “The Best”
I’ve read the whole series and so far haven’t found anything I didn’t like about it. Love the way BJ develops the cast and characters in his books. I especially love Melvin.
I’ve read the whole series and so far haven’t found anything I didn’t like about it. Love the way BJ develops the cast and characters in his books. I especially love Melvin.
July 2, 2022
OUTSTANDING!!!
Another one hit out of the park. Looking for an excellent summer read? Well then, the Clint Wolf mystery series is a MUST read. Outstanding plot, believable characters to love & hate, and so well written you won't be able to put it down.
Another one hit out of the park. Looking for an excellent summer read? Well then, the Clint Wolf mystery series is a MUST read. Outstanding plot, believable characters to love & hate, and so well written you won't be able to put it down.
July 26, 2022
Great story
I really like the Clint Wolf series. When you start reading you do not want to stop until your done with the book. Then you are looking for the next book. Suspense mystery.
I really like the Clint Wolf series. When you start reading you do not want to stop until your done with the book. Then you are looking for the next book. Suspense mystery.
August 1, 2022
I really like these novels.
The characters are believable and likeable t the bad guys caught bit not without tragedy. A major Hurricane and three missing boys keeps us in suspense. The books do not contain gratuitous profanity. that's a refreshing. Change
The characters are believable and likeable t the bad guys caught bit not without tragedy. A major Hurricane and three missing boys keeps us in suspense. The books do not contain gratuitous profanity. that's a refreshing. Change
August 15, 2022
As always a great fun read!
I would give this five (5) stars, but the editing needs work.
I would certainly recommend to family, friends and acquaintances and always do. A super "who done it" with lots of twists and action. Well worth the read.
I would give this five (5) stars, but the editing needs work.
I would certainly recommend to family, friends and acquaintances and always do. A super "who done it" with lots of twists and action. Well worth the read.
September 16, 2022
Stunning
I don't think there is one thing to dislike. Except I can't read fast enough or put it down!! I would recommend his books to any one and every one. I would give 10 stars if it was available. Thank you again!!
I don't think there is one thing to dislike. Except I can't read fast enough or put it down!! I would recommend his books to any one and every one. I would give 10 stars if it was available. Thank you again!!
November 19, 2023
Weave Web is Deceived
This is a great book. The storyline was created to show how friendship can be boundless. What parents will do for there kids. Clint Wolf will tie the missing kids and murder up with a bow Justice will win again.
This is a great book. The storyline was created to show how friendship can be boundless. What parents will do for there kids. Clint Wolf will tie the missing kids and murder up with a bow Justice will win again.
June 5, 2024
One of very good series. Like these books quite well. All have been good. This is also. There is no guessing the outcome. All the endings are a surprise as is the entire plot. One of the best series I have read
July 21, 2024
But not foregathered
Different from most other mysteries in that one didn't realize it was a murder until pretty far into the case and the storm created a different bent to the investigation and the solution. A very fast moving tale with all the old characters and a few new.
Different from most other mysteries in that one didn't realize it was a murder until pretty far into the case and the storm created a different bent to the investigation and the solution. A very fast moving tale with all the old characters and a few new.
September 24, 2024
Another thriller
A hurricane is headed at Mechant Loup, and a lady called the police station about 3 missing teanage boys. Clint and Amy responded, and they discovered the boys did not go to their usual camps. Many twists and turns with inclement weather. Great reading
A hurricane is headed at Mechant Loup, and a lady called the police station about 3 missing teanage boys. Clint and Amy responded, and they discovered the boys did not go to their usual camps. Many twists and turns with inclement weather. Great reading
June 6, 2025
Wow…another really good story. Straight thru read. The part about the approaching hurricane was so real I felt that if I looked out my windows, I would see a storm forming. I dread reaching the end of this series, to find another author to read that is a similar caliber.
June 29, 2022
A great read, as always
June 29, 2022
Familiar characters
It's nice to have a trail of familiar c
haracters. Clint and the gang have expanded and sometimes they lose one. Overall I love the series.
It's nice to have a trail of familiar c
haracters. Clint and the gang have expanded and sometimes they lose one. Overall I love the series.
July 5, 2022
love this series
This series of books are amazing! I’ve really enjoyed them all and number 24 is excellent. Looking forward to more books Maybe a movie series.
This series of books are amazing! I’ve really enjoyed them all and number 24 is excellent. Looking forward to more books Maybe a movie series.
July 20, 2022
Awesome as always
I get anxious for each new release. Such a great series, and wanting more! Adventure, suspense, and family all in one awesome series.
I get anxious for each new release. Such a great series, and wanting more! Adventure, suspense, and family all in one awesome series.
July 23, 2022
Don't put all your eggs in one basket
Five stars amazing fast moving thriller and outstanding. Story how the good people works together to.find out the truth of evil
Five stars amazing fast moving thriller and outstanding. Story how the good people works together to.find out the truth of evil
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