by Melinda Leigh (Leigh)
This book is number two in the Midnight series, dealing with a serial killer that had gotten away in the first book. The author provided enough background on the characters in this book to get the reader up-to-speed with past events so I didn’t flounder around lost in characters and events.
The suspense slowly and surely builds as the killer continues to kidnap victims one by one in this small Maine town. We learn why he needs his ritual that, in his mind, is required as part of the kidnappings, and what he hopes to accomplish with the murders. The reader isn’t subjected to participating in gruesome violence, and at times feels sympathetic toward the killer.
This is a mystery and a romance, and as such reminded me of Nora Roberts’ novels. The author pulled me into the story right away and kept the pages turning as the narrative and suspense unfolded. This was a quick, enjoyable read.
[ official Midnight novels page on the official Melinda Leigh web site ]
Recommended
by Charlotte M.
Bennett Martin Public Library — Public Service
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Charlotte read this book for last month's (February 2021) Just Desserts mystery fiction discussion group discussion of the works of Melinda Leigh. Don't miss the March 2021 Just Desserts meeting, tonight at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom, when group members will discussion Anthony Horowitz' novel Magpie Murders.
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