The Caldera Incident

Fast-moving murder mystery set in an area that is clearly well-known to the author. This book would make a great film!

This is the first book by a new author, John Mecom. I hope to see more of his work. One often sees Ernest Hemingways writing style depicted as containing short, declarative sentences. It strikes me, as a Hemingway fan, that Mecom could have taught Hemingway how to write short, declarative sentences. But more than that, Mecom has a gift for succinct, colorful description that is rare indeed. The book is a very interesting and exciting read, combining interwoven subplots that play off each other and keep the readers interest. There is something in this book for everyone. In addition, it seems apparent that Mecom has an eye for detail that is rarely paralleled. I hope to see more from this author. Without giving away the ending of the book, for example, the author sets up the possibility of a sequel. Whether that will be the case or not remains to be seen. The author seems to have a great imagination; and I would expect his writing to range among subjects. Time will tell.

Caldera is an enjoyable page turner. Reader can learn about Yellowstone and about police methods. There are some interesting characters and relationships. Its a good book.

I think this book is a great read...an exciting murder mystery that kept me constantly turning the pages until I finished! It is filled with super descriptions of wildlife and wilderness. You can tell the author has a love for both. The book also held interesting (and understandable) forensic and technical information which was deftly woven into this well-told story. This is a book for everyone. Im anxious to see what author, John Mecom will give us in the future.

This was well written and the setting came through clearly. Characters were believable and circumstances creative. This was a good all-around read.

The author has put together a believable and interesting story set in a real location. The descriptions of the locations and the storyline are detailed but not overbearing in length. He develops the characters well and makes the reader feel a realtionship with them. As I began reading the book, I found myself wanting to keep reading to find out what was going to happen next; I read the book over a two day stretch.

John Mecom has written a spellbinding thriller in The Caldera Incident. Hes a born story teller. Also,I enjoyed reading his descriptive narrative of a part of the U.S. about which I know very little.

This book is a very well-written action novel that takes place in a beautiful area of the country --- Wyomng and Montana. He weaves a good tale and describes the countryside in a very appealing way. I definitely enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it for other readers.

From the moment I started reading the book, I couldnt put it down. Well written and moves at a rapid pace. Murder, mystery, romance & Yellowstone information. What more could you want. Loved it!

THE CALDERA INCIDENT is a fast moving, intricate murder mystery that is hard to put down. The multiple characters are believable and the plot plausible, especially in this era of political polarization. The backdrop of Yellowstone National Park is grounded in scientific fact. If one wants to know more about super-volcanos (probably the largest on the planet) and see photos and webcams on mudpots and steam vents, go to nps.gov/yell.