Buddy Griffin, a recently retired homicide detective, returns to his hometown of Elmore, Texas to attend a high-school reunion and becomes embroile...
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Mar 12, 2011
Linda
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The main character is a likeable and interesting former homicide detective not quite sure what he wants for his future. He returns to his hometown for a reunion and to tie up some family matters. When the husband of a classmate is murdered, Buddy finds himself in the middle of the investigation.
I enjoyed the detail of some of the detective work that Mark Cotton provided in this mystery. Most mysteries overlook those details and just go for action, but I enjoyed getting immersed in More...
I enjoyed the detail of some of the detective work that Mark Cotton provided in this mystery. Most mysteries overlook those details and just go for action, but I enjoyed getting immersed in More...
Jan 29, 2011
Al
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When Buddy Griffin visits his fictional West Texas hometown of Elmore, TX, he's planning a short stay. Just long enough to attend his high school reunion and get the estate of his recently deceased parents in order. Hopefully the recently retired homicide detective will have a chance to reflect on what he wants in the next phase of his life. Then the president of the local bank and husband of his high school sweetheart is murdered and his plans get changed. Maybe he's found his next vocation
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Sep 06, 2010
Cynthia
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I received this books from a Goodreads giveaway, from the author himself. This was an enjoyable book, and a quick read. The story is about a retired homicide detective, Buddy Griffin, who returns to his hometown for a class reunion and finds himself drawn into a murder investigation. There are a number of characters, but the author does a nice job of introducing them without you having to turn back to reread sections, which is something I personally appreciate. There could easily be more boo
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Aug 24, 2010
Debbie
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I'm so excited...I am fortunate enough to be getting a copy of this book thru the goodreads giveaway program. I can't wait to receive it. Thank you Mark for offering your book in this giveaway.
Aug 26, 2010
Sue
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I won this book in a GoodReads First Reads giveaway...received it on Saturday, 8/21/10. I read it in 2 days!
This book reminded me of old style mysteries where the main characters were wise-cracking, hard-boiled detectives. It was a fun, quick read. I rate it 3.5 out of 5 stars.
This book reminded me of old style mysteries where the main characters were wise-cracking, hard-boiled detectives. It was a fun, quick read. I rate it 3.5 out of 5 stars.
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