Featured Author
Austin Camacho
In this episode of I Found This Great Book, I spotlight the work of mystery and thriller author Austin Camacho, a writer whose books deliver grit, action, and sharp storytelling. I walk listeners through his long‑running Hannibal Jones series—The Troubleshooter, Blood and Bone, Collateral Damage, Damaged Goods, Russian Roulette, Pyramid Deception, and The Wrong Kind. I also share the gripping setup from the first book, where investigator Hannibal Jones is pulled into a dangerous battle involving a crime boss, a mob‑connected patriarch, and a neighborhood on the edge of erupting. It’s a powerful introduction to a series that blends hard‑boiled mystery with real tension and heart.
I also highlight Camacho’s standalone mystery, Beyond Blue, a mosaic-style thriller centered on a private agency dedicated to helping police officers in trouble. In the episode, I read from the back cover and walk through the four intersecting cases—from an undercover cop slipping too deep into criminal life to a retired detective facing a drug‑smuggling scandal at JFK. The overlapping investigations and ensemble cast show just how skillfully Camacho builds suspense and character.
To round things out, I share a bit about meeting Austin Camacho in person and talk about his deep involvement in the writing community—from Intrigue Publishing to his leadership roles in regional writers’ associations. If you enjoy hard‑boiled mysteries, thrillers, or discovering standout Black authors in the genre, this episode is a great place to dive in. Enjoy the listen and happy reading.