USA – August 17, 2026 – Readers’ Favorite announces the review of the Young Adult – Thriller book “The Seasonal Killer” by Bernard Doucette, currently available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0F74PDWJN.
Readers’ Favorite is one of the largest book review and award contest sites on the Internet. They have earned the respect of renowned publishers like Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Harper Collins, and have received the “Best Websites for Authors” and “Honoring Excellence” awards from the Association of Independent Authors. They are also fully accredited by the BBB (A+ rating), which is a rarity among Book Review and Book Award Contest companies.
“Reviewed By Jamie Michele for Readers’ Favorite
Bernard Doucette’s The Seasonal Killer opens with retired Brett Dubois agreeing to tell journalist Monroe Jackson what happened in New Valley during the summer of 1981. At twelve, Brett spent his days roaming the suburban woods with four close friends who called themselves the Subpar Squad. Their summer changes after a late-night shortcut takes them behind the home of resident Eugene Dibbs, where they see him hauling a heavy black bag to his car. A pale arm slipping from the bag makes the boys question what they witnessed. Soon, news reports announce that a young woman has been found dead. The timing brings Brett back to that night, while the group’s failed attempt to alert the police leaves them unsure about what comes next. Curiosity soon turns to an investigation that puts their quiet neighborhood under suspicion.
Bernard Doucette’s The Seasonal Killer is a terrific coming-of-age mystery. Doucette makes 1981 New Valley wonderfully immersive, like afternoons spent at the mall arcade before stopping at Sam Goody, then evenings wandering through town with no parents able to track anyone by phone. His humor is genuinely funny, especially as Jason insists on calling serial killers “seasonal killers” and refuses to surrender the term. Doucette is fantastic at turning ordinary suburban places into sources of suspense, such as the boys crouching behind Eugene’s hedges while Jason’s potato-chip bag seems impossibly loud. One of my favorite moments comes as Eugene returns Jake’s lost flashlight and casually mentions Jean Lane, instantly making the boys understand that he knows where Jake lives. Doucette delivers an exciting mystery filled with memorable scares and wonderfully funny friendship. Well written and full of twists, readers who enjoy dark mysteries with a strong 1980s setting will adore this.”
You can learn more about Bernard Doucette and “The Seasonal Killer” at https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/the-seasonal-killer where you can read reviews and the author’s biography, as well as connect with the author directly or through their website and social media pages.
About Readers’ Favorite
Readers’ Favorite is owned and operated by authors for authors. Our staff and nearly all our 1,500+ reviewers are authors who have come together to provide fellow authors with a valuable set of resources to help them succeed. Authors need feedback and exposure, and we provide this through free quality reviews and a free feature rich review page, the opportunity to obtain recognition through our respected annual book award contest, and free Monthly Book Giveaway, Book Exchange, and Book Donation programs.
Media ContactCompany Name: Readers’ Favorite LLCContact Person: Media RelationsEmail: Send EmailPhone: 800-RF-REVIEWCity: LouisvilleState: KY 40202Country: United StatesWebsite: https://readersfavorite.com
