Paul Sadler
BOTTOM-LINE: A decent introduction of a new sleuth . PLOT OR PREMISE: A reporter, Liam Mulligan, investigates a series of arsons around his hometown. . WHAT I LIKED: Mulligan makes an intriguing sleuth, and he has lots of interesting characters running around the woodwork. He is far from Sherlock Holmes, nor is he Spenser for Hire taking on the tough guys. A bit more Donald Lam or Trace…slightly incompetent, but not Plum-funny. His partners-in-sleuthing are generally good. . WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: There are quite a few "foreshadowing" hints dropped, and it made me figure me well-in-advance sometimes when certain things were likely to happen and how. Although, to be fair, a couple never happened (red herrings). And I thought the bad guys were all relative obvious for the overall plot and motive. . DISCLOSURE: I received no compensation, not even a free copy, in exchange for this review. I am not personal friends with the author, nor do I follow him on social media.
A Google user
DeSilva's gritty an grimy investigative procedural grabs the reader from the start with smart and stylish dialogue together with insightful descriptions of the rogue aspects of Rhode Island. An enjoyable quick read. J.P. Miller. Cambridge, MA