Hubert James Champion III is a melancholy man trying to escape California's Mojave Desert for the past year. He no longer works as a psychologist nor as an FBI consultant and now Hugh owns Joe's mini mart with variable opening hours. However he soon realizes tht he cannot get away when a 'special' young woman with red Medusa-like hair and covered in her father's blood is brought to him one Sunday evening. Turner Jackson has been murdered and LoraLee, his daughter, is the main suspect. Hugh is drawn into proving LoraLee's innocence, not realizing the extent of evil surrounding him. He cannot escape either his own past or trying to find the real murderer.
M.M. Gornell has written a complex plot that is solidly crafted with sub-plots. Her main charater, Hubert, is likeable despite his depression and beneath it all, Gornell has created a strong character. The storyline of 'Reticence of Ravens' is engrossing with many surprises along the way. Somehow Gornell has tied it all together with the insight and perception of her talent. A good read!
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So glad you enjoyed, Connie! And thank you for taking the time to review my first Route 66 mystery. Have a wonderful 2011!
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Excellent review. I hope you're working on that next Route 66 mystery, Madeline.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year and much success in 2011.
I agree whole heartedly, especially about the character of the protagonist.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Cindy and Sue! I appreciate your kind words and your taking the time to leave a comment!
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