Who is this book for?
- Fans of the Women's Murder Club series who enjoy revisiting familiar characters.
- Readers who prefer fast-paced, plot-driven crime thrillers.
- Those who enjoy multiple interconnected storylines in their mysteries.
- People looking for a quick, easy read with short chapters and constant action.
- Readers who don't mind some formulaic elements in their crime fiction.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Readers seeking deep character development or emotional complexity.
- Those who prefer meticulously plotted mysteries with logical resolutions.
- Fans of the series who are tired of repetitive storylines and scenarios.
- Readers who value consistent quality in long-running series.
- Those who dislike rushed or unsatisfying endings in their thrillers.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Fast-paced and suspenseful story with twists and red herrings
- Engaging plot that keeps readers hooked from start to finish
- Well-developed characters that fans of the series will enjoy revisiting
- Multiple interconnected storylines that come together in a satisfying way
- Short chapters that keep the story moving quickly
- Emotional impact, especially regarding the death of a long-time character
- Good collaboration between Patterson and co-author Maxine Paetro
- Solid addition to the Women's Murder Club series
- Interesting exploration of cartel-related crimes
- Yuki's courtroom drama adds an exciting element to the story
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- Ending feels rushed and thrown together
- Some plot points and character actions don't make logical sense
- Formulaic and predictable at times, especially for long-time readers
- Lack of character development for the main protagonists
- Joe's subplot in Mexico feels disconnected from the main story
- Resolution of Warren Jacobi's murder is unsatisfying
- Overuse of familiar storylines and scenarios from previous books
- Some subplots and character interactions feel unnecessary or repetitive
- Lack of emotional depth in handling major events
- Quality of writing has declined compared to earlier books in the series
