by J. A. Jance
Part of Joanna Brady, book 7
First published 2000
Sheriff Joanna Brady faces a puzzling case when an elderly widow turns up dead. The obvious suspects seem to be the teenagers caught driving the woman's car across the Mexican border. But Brady's instincts tell her to look closer to home. The victim was known for her independent spirit and unconventional ways. As Brady digs deeper, she discovers that the woman's own family members may have had stronger motives for murder than any random car thieves. The investigation forces Brady to navigate family loyalties and hidden resentments while pursuing justice for a woman who lived life on her own terms. Brady must decide whether to follow the easy path or trust her gut about where the real danger lies.
Genres: fiction, mystery, crime, thriller
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: amateur-sleuth, family-drama
Setting: Mexico, Arizona
Period: Contemporary
368 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Avon