Robin M. (robinmy) - , reviewed on 10/30/2022 + 2051 more book reviews

Reporter Sawyer Brooks jumps at the chance of being put on the crime beat. When TV morning show host Kylie Hartford is found dead in her apartment, Sawyer works her way into the building, takes pictures, and interviews neighbors. She not only wants to write the story; she wants to solve the murder. But Sawyer doesn't have time for that. Her grandmother has died, and she must return to her hometown for the funeral. There Sawyer decides to use her investigative abilities to solve a series of cold cases. Two girls were murdered nearly twenty years ago. A third disappeared and was never found. Sawyer has just started asking questions when another girl is found murdered. Between her grandmother's funeral, a reunion with her estranged family, and questioning possible suspects, Sawyer has her work cut out for her.

This is a very dark, very busy story. It deals with pedophilia, sexual abuse, and rape. On top of the mysteries that Sawyer is looking into, there is a group of vigilantes called "The Crew" who have a plan to get even with the men who raped and tortured them. Their plan quickly goes awry.

There is enough storyline in this book to fuel three books. Between the old murders, new murders, vigilante antics, and various suspects, the story was very disjointed. There was just too much going on and it was too dark and unrealistic. On top of that, the characters were not likeable at all.

I listened to the audiobook narrated by Jennica Dammon. She does a decent job with the material. I will probably continue with the series since I have the audible books on my device. My rating: 3 Stars.

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