Author Gregory Burr discusses ‘Wolf Runner’, a political thriller set in Maine

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Gregory Burr’s debut book “Wolf Runner” is a political thriller set in Maine.

Book summary:

“The title ‘Wolf Runner’ is a metaphor, equating humans to animals. Game warden Joe Riddle grew up in the Maine woods in a rough poaching family, and wildlife biologist Dave Caro had his humble beginnings on the rough streets of Hell’s Kitchen, New York, and learned to love hunting and fishing on Long Island. Even though they grew up in different states, they became fast friends when they met in college and went on to become outstanding professionals in their fields of study. After years of being apart, they reunite when they are both hired by Maine Game and Fish.

“A corrupt regime takes over the executive branch of Maine’s government and the Game and Fish Department. The two friends stand up to the megalomaniac commissioner and his minions, only to receive targets on their backs. The malevolent leadership, along with criminal partners, conspire to have their opposition silenced.

“Who will win this epic struggle between good and evil? Will good people stand by and do nothing? The author breathes life into intense scenes that make the reader feel like they are there. Read as the protagonists use their outdoor skills, the landscape, and the animals, to battle overconfident lowlifes.”

Burr began writing “Wolf Runner” after the idea came to him in a dream. He says his wife encouraged him to keep going.

Burr grew up in the midst of Acadia National Park, which inspired him to become an avid outdoorsman and fisherman. He graduated from Mount Desert Island High School and went on to attend Unity College. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Science with a concentration in inland fisheries management. In 1987, he began his career with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife. Burr retired in 2024 as the Downeast Fisheries Resource Supervisor for the Grand Lakes Region at the IF&W Jonesboro office. He currently has his own inland fisheries consulting business and travels around New England working for private landowners.

“Wolf Runner” is available from Amazon, Maine Author’s Publishing, Willey’s Sports Center in Ellsworth, Machias River General Store in Machias, Berryvine in Machias, and Pineo’s Truevalue Hardware in Machias.

For more information, visit Burr’s website.