The Laying of Bones

Your premise grabbed my attention sufficiently that I've added "The Laying Bones" to my watchlist. I look forward to reading the first few chapters. Any reason why you haven't produced a cover for your book? I think a strong and unique cover image often grabs attention.

Clive
The Pyramid Legacy

Thank you for your backing.

I don't usualy read crime fiction, but their is an almost Ludlum-esque quality to this story, to the inherent intellect and storytelling skill behind its conception. Have watch listed for now and will read the rest with interest. A very nice beginning here.

Again, thank you for your backing, I look forward to returning the favour when I have finished yours,

PJ Wilfred
A Trucker's Tale

Steve,
I am impressed, first of all, by the colorfulness of your books, rich and interesting. Dialogue is excellent, as is the pace. This promises to be a worthwhile read. 6 Stars! WL'd.
Cheers!
John B Campbell (Walk to Paradise Garden)

As soon as I saw this was set in Brighton I had to read it. I lived there for years and this brought back some great memories. I love this type of story, although I didn't realise it was the last of a trilogy until I'd read quite a few chapters. It's a bit like one of Peter James's Roy Grace novels but with added spice in the form of the Bangkok connection. Very good, snappy writing that gets on with the story with no fuss. Good luck with finding a publisher.

Despite only having the 5 places on the shelf for days, I am backng this clever plot and structure. I know Brighton and was convinced by the action you placed there. Your dialogue seems in the right proportion with the action and is never over-functional.

I'm not sure it's ideal to have both Nick and Nik. Also I don't think Nik would comment to her father about his past in quite that way? (12). It might be better to have her note that he hasn't talked about it before and have someone else butt in with 'crime, sex etc etc'.

Good crime story. Lara
Good for Him

This has a comfortable rhythm, easy language and the story has good momentum. Also find the balance between outer action and contemplation is very good. I would happily buy and read this book. Marianne Rivera, Otti's Escape

I like the look of your detective Magee and the opening prologue is intriguing - the shine and the Tsailand connection are a gppd starting point. In the further two chapters I read, I liked the background unfolding and the story surrounding Nick Price's political aspirations is shaping up nicely. Good Luck. K.J. Rabane - According to Olwen.

Thank God for the comments! Ploughing through all to see what it was I liked - doing the ratings via the "stars" and as and when I can, will re-back all the books I really enjoyed or which showed promise, in my humble opinion. Got a deal yet? The Tails of Willie Gusty.

This pulled me in right from the very beginning. Interesting dialogue, great characterisation and a pitch that makes the reader want to delve in.

Jo G

Great opening and I'm always hooked on DCI adventures ever since Helen Mirren. :) Your pitch is good and the dialogue flows beautifully. Good luck.

So it's you again. Going back to see what it is you are supposed to be doing, see how you're wasting time, doing whatever. You are, as they say, a natural. Good luck (send this to the BBC) Lonnie

The dialog is natural. The narration is smooth and disappears almost immediately into three-dimensional scenes that call all of the senses to duty. I am truly honored that you backed my book, sir. This series is going in my bookmarks to come back to when I have more time.

I backed the Avenging Buddha yesterday. I'm backing Khun Sa and The Laying of Bones now.

Good luck, Steve.

wendy
January Black

I'm a fan of Tom Clancy and your writing moves along at a vibrant clip like his does. Great end of chapter hook with Magee at the Buddha's feet. A delectable visual metaphor. I'm eager to read on. Shelved. JupiterGirl (Twins of the Astral Plane)

an interesting yarn; written with skill. an all round good book- on my watchlist...
read SEASONS...

Brighton is undoubtedly the queen of all cities and the perfect setting for such intrigue. Really liked the style and pace you inject and of course the subject matter makes for a tense drama. Backed with pleasure and best wishes.

RICHARD

Hi Steve,
I forgot to mention that I've added you to my bookshelf.
best regards
Misha

Hi Steve,
What a great read you have created. I've really enjoyed the story and the characters, and wish you the best of luck with it.
Best regards
Misha Trent

Great beginning to the story. Easy to read with believable conversation. It sounds as if it will be an absorbing story. I love the way the evidence is presented, and the end of the first chapter involves the reader in working out the puzzle.

I'll back this one. It's sure to be published.

Francene.
Still Rock Water.

A great start...excellent setting and wonderful dialogue...this should go far!
Cheers
Stewart

Intriguing and unique. I like the scene set from the beginning- the 'decaying' buddhist statue, the dying orchids. Nice detail. Backed.

I like crime fiction based in the UK and your synopsis did a great job of drawing me in. Nice set up in the flat. If I can offer one word of advice its on the dialogue. Some of it doesn't sound true - would a copper (and I know we haven't got any background / character stuff in chp 1) say ' what on earth'? There is also a long section of just dialogue - I would suggest breaking it up with a bit with description (walked round the room, opened a window etc) just so the reader can visualise the setting a bit more.
Small points though.
Backed with pleasure.

Shaun
The Six Acts

DCI Magee I think has the title of "Detective Chief Inspector," but I'm not sure. The writing is great. Action builds well pulling one along into the following chapters. Backed. Chuck

Magee is a great character. I enjoyed reading this and it was a tale well told.

Enjoyed. Telly franchise in no time! Interesting pitch (love the thought of a mummy's last meal) and great start Backed Jaye Hill Runa Seven

Excellent, excellent read. It's clean, the style is great, and it's a captivating plot. Loved the short pitch. It led me here.

Suz

You're right about Brighton (my book is set there, too) and this statue wouldn't be out of place! The start is strong - intriguing the reader, and the pitch is interesting. You write without wasting words or unecessarily describing or telling. I like your MC, a likeable character. While reading, it's not a static experience, it moves, and everything is a foretelling or raises a question in our minds. Backed - and is one I shall carry on reading for my own pleasure.
Polly
STONES.

Steve,
I applaud your astonishing talent. Although I did not intend to look at all three, you hooked me into to doing so. I only looked at two chapters of the first, and one each of the other books. What struck me immediately was how different each was except each carried threads from the previous. You are a true story teller. Your characters have depth, lots of back story, too. I can tell your characters are old friends of yours. It's very interesting to the reader to know Nick at different times in his life. The other thing you've done artfully is appeal to a broad base--adventure, true love, family, mystery, detective. You will draw a large audience. Best of luck, Mr. Bailey. I shall expect to see you soon in Barnes and Noble. I wish you well.
Caroline
KC Hart
Summer Rose

A stylish, engaging conclusion to the trilogy. Gets my backing.

The laying bones
Backed with pleasure
Eveleen
(Turning a new leaf)

Drawn in by the pitch then captivated by the well conceived plot. Good characterisation and dialogue. Backed.
Laurence Winchester,
The Cross of Goa

Finally got around to reading a few chapters of 'The Laying of Bones' Steve. It was great. Thought your characterisation of Magee and also Nick Price were excellent. The plot [ up to ch. 6] was fast in most places - occasionally slows. BACKED .

Have you had time to reciprocate and look at Paperbat Adventures? Thanks.

Jerry [paperbat]

Steve. I find my self reading several of your book introductions at the moment as the attracted me. This was my favourate. Backed with pleasure. [probably a record three backings for one person from me !! ]
Jerry [paperbat]

You have written a very entertaining and complex storyline and in the Prologue your use of foreshadowing is excellent. Your character development of Magee is also excellent, the dialogue is crisp and realistic and the pace of your story flows well. This and your descriptive writing makes your crime thriller a pleasure to read. Backed.

Andrew Burans
The Reluctant Warrior: The Beginning

Another fast moving tale fron Steve Bailey which keeps your interest to the end ... Giles

Because the first thing I read of yours was the pitch for this book, I was confused until I realised that Nick Price isn't Megee's boss. When I read the pitch for the other 2 it was clear. Just saying he was Magee's nemesis isn't enough, as the only person he's been set against is his boss.
I think these are all wonderful and will back them all. Good luck, Sylvia.

Dear Steve
I would like to commend you on the skill you have and

the imagination and the talent in writing this work of art

of yours. I wish I had half of your talent. Where does one

get such original work like this, such a gift. I feel sure you

feel like me that it is your baby and you so want to see it

succeed. I do wish you all the best in rising and also

getting this book of your published

BACKED BY ME FOR SURE.
Please take a moment to look, COMMENT which is

important to me, and BACK my book. if not that is OK

also

The VERY best of luck to you

Denise
The Letter

This is my kind of book - a bit of death, crime and action. I liked this work and hope it does well. I am BACKING it with pleasure.

Frank James (The Contractor)

Dear Steve, Well, here I am backing your 3rd book :) - what a delight! :) Great action. :) Your pitch enticing, your paragraphs & dialogue tight, what else could I ask for? :) Hope you write a lot more books - so engulfing - I could read them forever. :) Hope you'll take a moment to back my 2 memoir books. :) Thanks. :) Love, Susie :)