This book was kind of boring, I would really rate it a 2 and a half.
The basic plot line involves a missing teenager who works in the horse stables. Because of the evidence, she is presumed kidnapped and held for ransom. While that is going on another girl is killed in the stables. There are also possible shady deals, other murders alluded to, and a dead horse.
The PI, who is not a PI, who is "hired" to investigate is an x-cop with bad memories. She is tough but the conversations always sounded contrived to me, I mean I just don't think it would really work that way. Then there is a cop who becomes involved, both professionally and romantically.
I guess it could have been a good book but it kind of turns into a big whatever. There are way too many bad guys and that dilutes the force of the book. I never felt connected to any of the characters and this is a very long book to read if you aren't connecting. I've like her previous books better.