The Burnt House by Faye Kellerman

The Burnt House by Faye Kellerman

I don’t recall reading anything by this author in the past. The only reason I picked up her current entry is because it’s new. Her main character is Lt. Pete Decker of the LAPD. He’s appeared in previous books and he’s back again. The thing I like about this character is that in addition to being savvy about solving mysteries, he also has a sensitive side. This character trait is not always seen in tough cops.

The story opens with the crash of a small commuter plane into an apartment building in California. The grizzly discovery of a women’s body with a scrap of fabric adds to the mystery. In addition, the concerns of the parents of a flight attendant add to the patchwork of happenings in the story.

This is not a great mystery in my humble opinion but if you’re looking to try someone new, you may enjoy it.

Ladybookbug!