James Burke
James Burke
A prolific author of mystery novels, he rose to fame through such works as his Dave Robicheaux series. His other series include the Billy Bob Holland and Hackberry Holland trilogies.
ProfessionNovelist
Date of Birth5 December 1936
CityHouston, TX
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It's really too early to tell. We'd like to see the numbers for the next month, month and a half before we can figure out why they are riding the bus.
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When you read a book, you hold another's mind in your hands.