I've been in love with this series since book 1 (The Godwulf Manuscript) and I was really sad when the author passed, thinking that I would have to confine myself to re-reads to get my Spenser/Hawk fix. I was nervous about someone else taking over the writing, but have been really impressed and happy with the newest books in the series.
Other reviewers (and the book's blurb) have set up the plot quite well. I'll just add that all of the elements which made us fall in love with Spenser & co. from the start are here also. It's pure joyride entertainment with the good guys going toe-to-toe with sleazy Hollywood movie industry exploiters, nasty Armenian gang thugs, and crazy religious fanatics.
It's a solidly written, PI murder mystery with an indelible American flavor. I love Spenser's relationship with Susan (smart, funny, capable, and real) and the interplay between Spenser and his compatriots. I love the sarcastic wit and real humor and repartee in the dialogue. I loved the denouement and the riding off east into the sunrise. I'm obviously a solid fan of this series, and my opinion wasn't dented one tiny bit by this latest adventure.
Five stars for fans of the series. Probably four to five for new readers who enjoy gritty American PI adventures.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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