Billed as a 'sailing adventure mystery,' this novel delivers on all counts.The diehard sailor will love the nautical language and technical details supplied throughout the text.  Lovers of action-adventure mysteries will find The Devil to Pay a satisfying read. Characters are well developed and readers will care about the good guys winning over the bad guys.  I was immediately captivated by the rich language used in the settings and descriptions in the book.... [and] dialogue is natural and adds an extra dimension to the story.  [It] is an absorbing tale of hidden motivations that keeps the reader guessing until the end. [The book] is enthustically recommended for those mystery buffs who appreciate a well crafted tale of intrigue and suspense.  The pacing is quick, making this book a page-turner.  Mr. Parola uses an interesting device of placing narrative, quotes, and subtitles at the beginning of each chapter, offering the reader a glimpse ahead and providing a deeper understanding of the story.  Mr Parola is extremely skilled with dialog....Writers Digest