Pub Day Is Here!

Five Books Ago

Jeff––Saturday

I’m truly blessed. Not just by my wonderful family, supportive friends, and gifted editorial and publisher backup, but by our Murder is Everywhere fans who tolerate my once a year (at least, but who’s counting) blatant self-promotional efforts at selling you on acquiring my latest Chief Inspector Andreas Kaldis novel.  This year it’s novel #14, NOT DEAD YET, published by Severn House and available through your favorite independent bookseller or at any of the sites found via this link to my website.

NOT DEAD YET’s official publication date is Tuesday, April 1^st which I can assure you is not an April Fool’s prank–at least I hope it’s not because the next day (Wednesday, April 2^nd) I have a live chat and book signing at NYC’s iconic The Mysterious Bookshop.

Set largely along Greece’s southwestern Peloponnesian coastline with the Ionian Sea, the plot moves north from where Greek mythology places the entrance to Hades, to search for clues along the coastal perimeter of the historically and agriculturally rich Messinian Bay region. From there it’s on to Navarino where Greeks fought the most important sea battle of their 1821 War for Independence and today is home to Costa Navarino, one of the world’s most luxurious and celebrated golf resorts.

So far, #14 has received rave reviews, including a starred review from Booklist’s Barbara Bibel, “Buckle up for Chief Inspector Andreas Kaldis’ most complex case yet … truly ingenious. This series gets better with every book.”

And wondrous praise from Lesa Holstine of Lesa’s Book Critiques, “Not Dead Yet is my favorite of Siger’s recent books…If you’re looking for a police procedural series with solid characters, gorgeous Greek settings, and fascinating politics, you’re in luck. You have fourteen books waiting for you.”

At for a brief description of the plot line, rather than offering one created by me or my publisher, I thought it might be more interesting to offer up the key plot points as described in 5-star NetGalley review, by Reviewer Riley W:

“Wealthy Greek businessman Dimitris Onofrio is known to be corrupt to the core, but the police have never been able to make his crimes stick. Powerful, influential and extremely dangerous, Onofrio is not a man to cross, and every witness prepared to come forward against him has died before they could testify.

“So when Onofrio’s private jet crashes, seemingly with no survivors, the police breathe a sigh of relief – quickly replaced by horror when Onofrio is found alive but catatonic on a remote Ionian beach, beside the body of his beloved wife.

“Was the crash an accident . . . or sabotage? Chief Inspector Andreas Kaldis, head of Athens’ Special Crimes Unit, knows that unless he can discover the truth before Onofrio recovers, the tycoon will be out for bloody revenge on all involved. Including Kaldis’ own beloved wife, who is more mixed up in the accident than anyone would ever have suspected . . .

“With its gorgeous Greek locations, engaging characters and fast-paced plotting, this international crime series is a perfect pick for fans of Donna Leon, Louise Penny, Martin Walker and David Hewson. Loved it. Cannot wait to read more from the author.”

Other NetGalley reviewers also have heaped 5-star praise on NOT DEAD YET.  For example:

“Jeffrey Siger's ‘Not Dead Yet’ isn't just another police procedural; it's a vibrant, sun-drenched journey into the heart of Greece, where ancient myths intertwine with modern-day crimes...Siger weaves together the threads of history, mythology, and contemporary issues with a deft hand, creating a rich tapestry that immerses the reader in the vibrant, often chaotic, reality of Greek life...A must-read for anyone who enjoys intelligent thrillers with a rich cultural backdrop.” Reviewer J.K.

“I still have goosebumps from this book! I could not set it down. I had to know how it ended. I loved the plot and the characters of this book.” Reviewer Kelsey V.

“Siger's books are distinguished by the fact that the plots and characters are never repetitive nor prosaic. The people who work with Kaldis in the office are rounded, entertaining, supportive characters who add to the humor and to the abstruse searches to identify the ‘bad guys’… all of Siger's books, are something to eagerly look forward to.”  Educator Jane A.

“a fast-paced and thrilling mystery that keeps readers hooked from start to finish… Siger’s writing is sharp and engaging, with vivid descriptions that bring both the characters and the setting to life…. great choice for fans of gripping, international thrillers… an exciting and well-crafted mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end.” Reviewer 1450463

As I said, I feel truly blessed…and even more so should I be lucky enough to run into some of you while I’m out and about on my NOT DEAD YET book tour—an admittedly bad choice of name for a tour should the principals be long-celebrated rock musicians. Thankfully, I can’t sing a note.:)

––Jeff

 

Jeff’s Events (still in formation)

2025

All Live Events

 

Wednesday, April 2, 6:00 p.m. ET
Mysterious Bookshop
Author Speaking and Signing
New York, NY

 

Sunday, April 6, 2:00 p.m. PT
Book Carnival
Author Speaking and Signing
Orange, CA

 

Sunday, April 13, 2:00 p.m. MT
The Poisoned Pen Bookstore
Author Speaking and Signing
Scottsdale, AZ

 

Friday, April 25, 7:00 p.m.
Mystery Lovers Bookshop
Author Speaking and Signing
Pittsburgh, PA

 

Sunday, May 4, 2:00 p.m. ET
Sparta Public Library
Author Speaking and Signing
Sparta, NJ

 

Thursday, May 15 – Sunday, May 18
CrimeFest
Author Panels yet to be assigned
Bristol, UK

 

Wednesday, September 3 – Sunday, September 7
Bouchercon
Author Panels yet to be assigned
New Orleans, LA