Decent mystery novel with a couple of surprising twists. Overall not horrible plot-wise, but as a police procedural, there are some absolutely glaring errors that I just couldn't overlook.
First, Natalie shared way too much about the investigation with everyone--possible suspects included. She goes off on her own and randomly questions people, including minors. Totally unprofessional for this supposed hotshot cop. Second, and the thing that made me absolutely roll my eyes, was the polygraph test. They don't ask open ended detailed questions. It is yes or no only. If you have ever even watched one on TV you would know this. There are so many other errors in investigation, I think the author needs to do a bit more research before the next book in this series.
The ending--spoiler [ way too convenient to have the guy who attacked her be the one who was doing the killings. I was a bit confused about how it all went together and how this crazy guy ended up seeming so sane, but whatever ]
Not sure I will continue with this series, but I will hold out hope it will be a bit more researched and polished.
First, Natalie shared way too much about the investigation with everyone--possible suspects included. She goes off on her own and randomly questions people, including minors. Totally unprofessional for this supposed hotshot cop. Second, and the thing that made me absolutely roll my eyes, was the polygraph test. They don't ask open ended detailed questions. It is yes or no only. If you have ever even watched one on TV you would know this. There are so many other errors in investigation, I think the author needs to do a bit more research before the next book in this series.
The ending--spoiler [ way too convenient to have the guy who attacked her be the one who was doing the killings. I was a bit confused about how it all went together and how this crazy guy ended up seeming so sane, but whatever ]
Not sure I will continue with this series, but I will hold out hope it will be a bit more researched and polished.