A serial killer is on the lose. He has already beaten four women beyond recognition before lighting the bodies on fire, earning him the nickname, The Burning Man. Detective Maeve Kerrigan is on the task force that is working to bring him to justice, when a fifth body, Rebecca Haworth, is discovered. As Kerrigan digs deeper into the fifth victim’s life she starts to realize that The Burning Man might not be responsible after all and a second killer is on the loose.
I wasn’t sure what I was expecting in this detective but I ended up liking Maeve Kerrigan a lot more than I thought I would. She is definitely a woman in a man’s world, fighting for her place on the task force by working hard. Maeve is extremely likable as a character, and while the book moves slowly to end the conclusion, it doesn’t feel slow. I love that while she is smart and focused, she doesn’t seem omniscient. She is the narrator of the book as well as Louise, Rebecca’s best friend, to give more perspective into Rebecca’s life. A life that seems idyllic and wonderful on the outside, but under the surface is dark and desperate.
I loved that the book was two murder mysteries in one. You gained answers to all five murders as you learned the back story of one girl. Surprisingly enough, the murder’s confession at the very end of the book was the least compelling part of the entire story. It was plain and straightforward and completely unlike the rest of the book.
Overall, I enjoyed the first book in the Maeve Kerrigan series. It was my first experience with a British Procedural and I have to say I will be going back for more.
This is just the kind of book my mom likes. She doesn't do internet, but I've written down the title to tell her about it.
That sounds like an awesome read. I will have to add it to my reading list.
Murder mysteries are always my favorite books. This seems like it would be right up my ally.
Sounds like an intense book. I will think about this for my next book club choice.
Cool book, i like murder mysteries.. I am always speculating who/what/where
Great review, now I need to read this one!
This sounds like a very interesting book. I will have to check this one out.
I'd never heard of this book before your post! Sounds thrilling! Thanks for the recommendation!
This review makes me want to read this book 😀 Thanks for your recommendation!
Just the review of this intrigues me! I'm adding it to my Amazon list for later. 🙂
Sounds like a great book. Thanks for the suggestion.
I will definitely be putting this on my reading list. Looks good!
Love a good mystery book! Sounds like a great one!
Your reviews always make me want to read the book! Thanks!!