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Kate Reid #2
Law of Five
The nationwide manhunt for a killer begins and the media quickly dubs him the “Highway Hunter.” Bodies left roadside on display with horrific markings; a calling card. But this case is miles away from Katie Reid and her life with Detective Marshall Avery.
That is, until she gets the call from her old friend and reporter, Marc Aguilar, who believes that the killer could be coming their way.
With Katie’s work at the San Diego Police Department and her recent personal struggles, questions are raised about the future. She resists the urge to consider Marc’s request, knowing Marshall will insist that this isn’t their fight.
However, when an acquaintance is suspected of a murder all too similar to that of the so-called Highway Hunter, a dark shadow is cast upon the city. Now, the investigation is dropped at the doorstep of the SDPD and so is Katie’s friend, FBI Agent Nick Scarborough.
With growing evidence suggesting there could be more than one killer, four lives have already been taken. Who will number five be?
That is, until she gets the call from her old friend and reporter, Marc Aguilar, who believes that the killer could be coming their way.
With Katie’s work at the San Diego Police Department and her recent personal struggles, questions are raised about the future. She resists the urge to consider Marc’s request, knowing Marshall will insist that this isn’t their fight.
However, when an acquaintance is suspected of a murder all too similar to that of the so-called Highway Hunter, a dark shadow is cast upon the city. Now, the investigation is dropped at the doorstep of the SDPD and so is Katie’s friend, FBI Agent Nick Scarborough.
With growing evidence suggesting there could be more than one killer, four lives have already been taken. Who will number five be?
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First published December 1, 2014
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55 books289 followersRobin Mahle, Mystery and Suspense author, lives with her husband and two children in Virginia.
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February 18, 2017
Suspenseful
This was the first book I read in this series. Main character Katie has too much drama in her life. Boyfriend, fellow officer constantly trying to protect her. Women are found at the roadside, V carved in their chest, holding dandelions. FBI and local police departments all over are determined to find the killers.
Sometimes little too much four letter words and way too much drama.
This was the first book I read in this series. Main character Katie has too much drama in her life. Boyfriend, fellow officer constantly trying to protect her. Women are found at the roadside, V carved in their chest, holding dandelions. FBI and local police departments all over are determined to find the killers.
Sometimes little too much four letter words and way too much drama.
February 21, 2017
I enjoyed this. 2nd in the Kate Reid series (I'll have to go back and read Book 1 now!) A year after a harrowing ordeal, Kate finds herself in the middle of a serial killer scenario. Someone who has taken a nearly obsessive interest in Kate turns out to be a pretty bad character. Pulling at the threads of his background reveals a link to the current spree of killings that Kate has been part of the investigation.
February 22, 2017
I read as far as 56% but by then I'd had enough. A few times I was going to pack it in but persevered but I lost all interest when it started going so deeply into cults. It just bored me to tears and, coupled with the mistakes, I wasn't sticking with it any longer. (Her previous book had the same issues with mistakes and I almost gave up on that as well).
At times there were some horrible examples of the English language. Such as "He'd corrected her several times already that he preferred to be called Edward" then "...since she was busy with the Brown case, Marshall, who would sometimes ask that she accompany him as a form of training she would not be able to do so today" then "...she would seek to find Shaun". Just terrible.
Was got used instead of were and "...one still flowered with yellow pedals" made me gasp !!! Tick used instead of tic, too. Then we had missing words..."Thought he was narcissist" and "...into parking garage". Speechmarks were often missed THEN put in where they weren't required, and there were also apostrophe and comma issues. It was all too much. Clearly nobody read it through.
We did hear a lot about people's eyes reacting to light, too, which I found a bit strange. It was a bit overdone. The story was a good one till the cult thing came up and then it went south and became too farfetched.
I won't be reading any more of this series.
At times there were some horrible examples of the English language. Such as "He'd corrected her several times already that he preferred to be called Edward" then "...since she was busy with the Brown case, Marshall, who would sometimes ask that she accompany him as a form of training she would not be able to do so today" then "...she would seek to find Shaun". Just terrible.
Was got used instead of were and "...one still flowered with yellow pedals" made me gasp !!! Tick used instead of tic, too. Then we had missing words..."Thought he was narcissist" and "...into parking garage". Speechmarks were often missed THEN put in where they weren't required, and there were also apostrophe and comma issues. It was all too much. Clearly nobody read it through.
We did hear a lot about people's eyes reacting to light, too, which I found a bit strange. It was a bit overdone. The story was a good one till the cult thing came up and then it went south and became too farfetched.
I won't be reading any more of this series.
June 16, 2020
“Five” is the second (and our second) in Robin Mahle’s now 10-book series featuring police officer Kate Reid. As with our reading of the fourth in the set, we were again severely hampered by not having read the pilot novel, as there are constant references to an apparent significant back story about Kate without enough specifics to figure out what must have previously happened. And just like the other novel, a bevy of FBI, local police and other law enforcement characters populate the plot, wasting lots of ink on their titles and so on with virtually their every utterance and appearance.
That said, a detailed plot featuring the serial killing of female victims with a big “V” carved into their bodies eventually leads to the discovery of a cult of sorts and eventually the perps. There is some horrifying angst near the end (that other reviewers fail to note as spoilers) which portends big changes as the series progresses.
Decent suspense and writing are probably sufficient to warrant further pursuit of the Reid tales, and perhaps others in the author’s book-list of female protagonists – our previous sampling of the Allison Hart set left us with similar outcomes and feelings.
That said, a detailed plot featuring the serial killing of female victims with a big “V” carved into their bodies eventually leads to the discovery of a cult of sorts and eventually the perps. There is some horrifying angst near the end (that other reviewers fail to note as spoilers) which portends big changes as the series progresses.
Decent suspense and writing are probably sufficient to warrant further pursuit of the Reid tales, and perhaps others in the author’s book-list of female protagonists – our previous sampling of the Allison Hart set left us with similar outcomes and feelings.
October 31, 2017
This story was another exciting adventure. I am heartbroken at the death of Detective Marshall Avery, boyfriend of Katie Reid. He was a wonderful character dedicated to fighting crime and evil. This leaves Kate adrift and mourning. She will start a new career in Quantico with the FBI. Meanwhile, I am seriously grieving for Marshall.
January 18, 2015
It's usually difficult to come into a mystery mid-series (The Law of Five is Book Three, so settings, characters and plots have been well established in prior books), but this Katie Reed/Redwood Violet novel opens with the discovery of a body in a cornfield, a situation that quickly involves Katie just when media attention is beginning to wind down from her last case.
Katie's work with the San Diego Police Department has more than taken over and changed her life, and she's trying to achieve some distance between her public and private lives - until a phone call from an old friend draws her into an investigation that involves the police department and an acquaintance suspected of murder.
All this is about to change (a somewhat predictable course of events) - but what is less predictable is the method by which the murderer draws in his victims, which in some sense includes Katie, who finds her investigative skills challenged and her interest in keeping professional distance from her work stymied. Having just faced down a terrible truth about her past trauma and its lasting effects on her future dreams, Katie is in no condition to confront a killer … but, she has to.
The emotional piece of Katie's recovery is one of the pieces that makes The Law of Five a winning read: it's steeped in past, present and possible future events and presumes no prior knowledge of Katie's life on the part of a newcomer. Descriptions are vivid and incorporate these personal aspects, deftly weaving them into the overall mystery and providing solid depth and background.
There are three facets to creating a satisfying mystery: strong characterization, interconnected circumstances, and intrigue. Weave all together and provide an attention to detail for each and you have the elements of a superior mystery story, capable of reeling in readers with emotional empathy and wrapping this psychology in a mystery with no foregone conclusions.
From clues that could lead one to question whether one killer or a series of copycats is involved to Katie's probe of her personal and professional lives, readers are carried along on an emotional and investigative roller-coaster.
That The Law of Five is a gripping psychological investigative mystery drama is largely due to Robin Mahle's attention to creating a protagonist who has survived much, only to find her past haunting her future happiness. The truths that evolve from her pursuit of justice will change everything around her - and readers, too, will be happy to discover this mystery stands well alone and requires no prior reading to prove haunting and involving.
Katie's work with the San Diego Police Department has more than taken over and changed her life, and she's trying to achieve some distance between her public and private lives - until a phone call from an old friend draws her into an investigation that involves the police department and an acquaintance suspected of murder.
All this is about to change (a somewhat predictable course of events) - but what is less predictable is the method by which the murderer draws in his victims, which in some sense includes Katie, who finds her investigative skills challenged and her interest in keeping professional distance from her work stymied. Having just faced down a terrible truth about her past trauma and its lasting effects on her future dreams, Katie is in no condition to confront a killer … but, she has to.
The emotional piece of Katie's recovery is one of the pieces that makes The Law of Five a winning read: it's steeped in past, present and possible future events and presumes no prior knowledge of Katie's life on the part of a newcomer. Descriptions are vivid and incorporate these personal aspects, deftly weaving them into the overall mystery and providing solid depth and background.
There are three facets to creating a satisfying mystery: strong characterization, interconnected circumstances, and intrigue. Weave all together and provide an attention to detail for each and you have the elements of a superior mystery story, capable of reeling in readers with emotional empathy and wrapping this psychology in a mystery with no foregone conclusions.
From clues that could lead one to question whether one killer or a series of copycats is involved to Katie's probe of her personal and professional lives, readers are carried along on an emotional and investigative roller-coaster.
That The Law of Five is a gripping psychological investigative mystery drama is largely due to Robin Mahle's attention to creating a protagonist who has survived much, only to find her past haunting her future happiness. The truths that evolve from her pursuit of justice will change everything around her - and readers, too, will be happy to discover this mystery stands well alone and requires no prior reading to prove haunting and involving.
February 20, 2017
A decent serial killer novel, with occasional hints of very good writing. Needs better editor to get rid of the fluff.
March 23, 2023
Law of Five by Robin Mahle is the 2nd book in the Kate Reid Mystery series. Bodies are being displayed with horrific markings around the country and when a classmate of Kate's is arrested, it is found that he has an unhealthy obsession with her. An interesting and suspenseful mystery but with an upsetting climax. It is good to see Kate's career development as well as becoming more capable and determined as a character. This is a series that needs to be read in order as this book references the first on multiple occassions.
September 11, 2015
Suspenseful
We pick up Katie Reid a year past her encounter with Hendrickson. She and Detective Avery have settled into a secure life together. This book does not have the nail biting pace of the first two installments, but builds slowly and inexorably
to its ending. I like Katie Reid, she is good people.
We pick up Katie Reid a year past her encounter with Hendrickson. She and Detective Avery have settled into a secure life together. This book does not have the nail biting pace of the first two installments, but builds slowly and inexorably
to its ending. I like Katie Reid, she is good people.
March 12, 2017
Horrid book!
I hate when an author gets you invested in a character then kills that character off mid book. After all Katie had been through in her life you go and kill off the one person who made her happy? I will never read another book by this author and unless you want your heart shattered before you get through it, you so neither.
I hate when an author gets you invested in a character then kills that character off mid book. After all Katie had been through in her life you go and kill off the one person who made her happy? I will never read another book by this author and unless you want your heart shattered before you get through it, you so neither.
November 19, 2022
The story was interesting, the pacing was good, and the series has potential. However...
The main character, Katie, has an interesting backstory which was apparently covered in the first book and is frequently referred to here. Normally this wouldn't bother me much, except the first book, according to the reviews, ended in a cliffhanger which is apparently never addressed, at least not in this volume. I'm even semi-ok with that given that the obvious resolution is she moved on with her life. What I'm not okay with is the constant references to events that the reader is apparently expected to already know about, as if the author doesn't have time to fill in the necessary details for those of us that haven't read the first book. Yes, I get that it's ideal for the author for us to buy both, but this isn't the way to get people to do that.
I also have a real issue with the constant coddling from her partner, Marshall. Yes, I get that she's been through hell, but it made it very hard to identify with her because my first reaction to someone treating me like that would be to walk away. She's a grown woman with an unfortunate history, not a child who needs protecting. She's just not that fragile the way she's written, although I admit that might not have been the case in the first book, which, as I mentioned, I haven't read. It was irritating and made Marshall seem more like an overprotective father than a love interest.
Lastly, I still don't understand why Marc believed the killer might be headed their way. That made no sense at all, and a few details that pointed to that possibility a little more clearly than just the last murder was closer to them than the first one would have helped. That was weak and contrived, and the author's imagination elsewhere tells me she could have done better. It just wasn't believable unless the guy was grasping at any excuse to call her, and that also didn't fit.
The story was intriguing, and I would have enjoyed it more if Katie was more likable. She felt flat, as if she were completely defined by one event in her life. While I realize significant trauma can actually do that, people in that situation are generally not easy to be around, and written true-to-life would not make likable characters. It's just too hard to identify with someone who is defined entirely by something you don't, and can't really, understand. I also find it laughable that someone like this would be offered a spot at Quantico.
All that said, once I got into the story, I wanted to know what was going on, and other than the irritations already mentioned, this easily kept my attention. None of the flaws are irredeemable, and I would actually love to see this rereleased with just a few scenes adjusted to make the characters more relatable. I'm just not invested enough to read the next one without being more attached to the main character.
The main character, Katie, has an interesting backstory which was apparently covered in the first book and is frequently referred to here. Normally this wouldn't bother me much, except the first book, according to the reviews, ended in a cliffhanger which is apparently never addressed, at least not in this volume. I'm even semi-ok with that given that the obvious resolution is she moved on with her life. What I'm not okay with is the constant references to events that the reader is apparently expected to already know about, as if the author doesn't have time to fill in the necessary details for those of us that haven't read the first book. Yes, I get that it's ideal for the author for us to buy both, but this isn't the way to get people to do that.
I also have a real issue with the constant coddling from her partner, Marshall. Yes, I get that she's been through hell, but it made it very hard to identify with her because my first reaction to someone treating me like that would be to walk away. She's a grown woman with an unfortunate history, not a child who needs protecting. She's just not that fragile the way she's written, although I admit that might not have been the case in the first book, which, as I mentioned, I haven't read. It was irritating and made Marshall seem more like an overprotective father than a love interest.
Lastly, I still don't understand why Marc believed the killer might be headed their way. That made no sense at all, and a few details that pointed to that possibility a little more clearly than just the last murder was closer to them than the first one would have helped. That was weak and contrived, and the author's imagination elsewhere tells me she could have done better. It just wasn't believable unless the guy was grasping at any excuse to call her, and that also didn't fit.
The story was intriguing, and I would have enjoyed it more if Katie was more likable. She felt flat, as if she were completely defined by one event in her life. While I realize significant trauma can actually do that, people in that situation are generally not easy to be around, and written true-to-life would not make likable characters. It's just too hard to identify with someone who is defined entirely by something you don't, and can't really, understand. I also find it laughable that someone like this would be offered a spot at Quantico.
All that said, once I got into the story, I wanted to know what was going on, and other than the irritations already mentioned, this easily kept my attention. None of the flaws are irredeemable, and I would actually love to see this rereleased with just a few scenes adjusted to make the characters more relatable. I'm just not invested enough to read the next one without being more attached to the main character.
October 9, 2017
Wrapped Up From The Start
The story had begun adventurous enough.
There's a character going along their merry way until boom, a body is located and, later, found to be murdered.
However, the murder is no so-called "ordinary" murder. Its just one in a series that are taking place. And this killer has somewhat of a specific method to the killing, which includes carving the Roman numeral five into the body.
I was wrapped up in it from the start.
Also, the main character is Kate Reid, a young woman working for the authorities, who has apparently gone through a hellish ordeal at a previous point and, it seems, has yet to fully heal and process. As expected, everyone's worried about her, particularly her boyfriend, Detective Marshall Avery. Despite this, she takes an active role in the investigations into the killer's identity.
Marshall's and Kate's conversation with each other would sometimes grate on my nerves because they just annoyed me sometimes. She's obviously not okay but keeps saying she is and he's always trying to shield her from something. The whole time I'm going "Girl, you're not fine. You're not even close to it. It's okay to admit that to someone you love" and "Dude, I know you want to protect her, but back off a little. I'm getting smothered just listening."
That being said, I was more into the investigation itself and the twists and turns that came of it than the unfolding drama between these two or even Kate's connection to it. A lot of the time, the latter two factors felt more like filler to me. In all honesty, I can't speak for the others in the series because I haven't read them yet, but I'd venture to say that for much of the book, it could have worked with or without Kate Reid.
Even so, as their particular section of the story progress, my heart leapt, hurt, did all sorts of things. Mostly hurt. It was just all too real.
On the murder investigation side, I won't give that away but I'll tell you that no one is who they seem. I thought I figured out the killer and I was so, so wrong.
In closing, the mysteries of Law of Five are written masterfully well. Robin Mahle builds one heck of suspenseful ride and Lisa Kelly, a narrator which I am new to, is an amazing addition.
I'll have to be reading and listening to more of Robin Mahle's and also Lisa Kelly's works in the near future.
The story had begun adventurous enough.
There's a character going along their merry way until boom, a body is located and, later, found to be murdered.
However, the murder is no so-called "ordinary" murder. Its just one in a series that are taking place. And this killer has somewhat of a specific method to the killing, which includes carving the Roman numeral five into the body.
I was wrapped up in it from the start.
Also, the main character is Kate Reid, a young woman working for the authorities, who has apparently gone through a hellish ordeal at a previous point and, it seems, has yet to fully heal and process. As expected, everyone's worried about her, particularly her boyfriend, Detective Marshall Avery. Despite this, she takes an active role in the investigations into the killer's identity.
Marshall's and Kate's conversation with each other would sometimes grate on my nerves because they just annoyed me sometimes. She's obviously not okay but keeps saying she is and he's always trying to shield her from something. The whole time I'm going "Girl, you're not fine. You're not even close to it. It's okay to admit that to someone you love" and "Dude, I know you want to protect her, but back off a little. I'm getting smothered just listening."
That being said, I was more into the investigation itself and the twists and turns that came of it than the unfolding drama between these two or even Kate's connection to it. A lot of the time, the latter two factors felt more like filler to me. In all honesty, I can't speak for the others in the series because I haven't read them yet, but I'd venture to say that for much of the book, it could have worked with or without Kate Reid.
Even so, as their particular section of the story progress, my heart leapt, hurt, did all sorts of things. Mostly hurt. It was just all too real.
On the murder investigation side, I won't give that away but I'll tell you that no one is who they seem. I thought I figured out the killer and I was so, so wrong.
In closing, the mysteries of Law of Five are written masterfully well. Robin Mahle builds one heck of suspenseful ride and Lisa Kelly, a narrator which I am new to, is an amazing addition.
I'll have to be reading and listening to more of Robin Mahle's and also Lisa Kelly's works in the near future.
July 3, 2023
This second Kate Reid novel was really a page turner until the last few chapters and then it kind of just droned on and on. Overall it was a good book and the hunt for the serial killers got more intense. Katie and Marshall continued to make the most of their relationship until tragedy struck and life as Katie knew it ended abruptly. Now it’s pick up the pieces and move forward to the next adventure for Katie Reid.
One thing I enjoy in Ms Mahle’s books so far is how they work to gather the evidence and when they figure something out they just go full force into the fray. This time they captured a whole cult of wackos with strong detective work which in my mind is quite the feat.
One thing I had to struggle through with this book was three chapters of grief on Katie’s part. Really was too much. Could have ended the book two chapters sooner and it would’ve been a 5 star for me.
Hope the next book will not be so full of dwelling on the past and wallowing in grief and move on to the future that lies ahead.
One thing I enjoy in Ms Mahle’s books so far is how they work to gather the evidence and when they figure something out they just go full force into the fray. This time they captured a whole cult of wackos with strong detective work which in my mind is quite the feat.
One thing I had to struggle through with this book was three chapters of grief on Katie’s part. Really was too much. Could have ended the book two chapters sooner and it would’ve been a 5 star for me.
Hope the next book will not be so full of dwelling on the past and wallowing in grief and move on to the future that lies ahead.
September 7, 2021
This is the second book in the series. I read the first book several years ago. As I began reading this book I was hoping that there would be enough backstory that I would recall the details of the first book. I was almost halfway through the book when I realized that wasn't the case. So I actually had to stop and re-read the first book to recall the details. That being said when I returned to book 2 I could finally relate to the characters and their relationships. I was surprised by the ending. In part because I wasn't expecting it to be so sad and in part because it appeared to be rather hurried. I will be reading the next book in the series. I read many mystery/crime series novels by many authors. This is not the worst but definately not the best.
May 3, 2021
Engaging
I would have given this book a solid five stars if it wasn’t for some things that simply wouldn’t occur in an actual police investigation. Still, the book is engaging entertainment, well-written and with very few distractions of the ‘poor editing’ kind. This being the only book of the series I’ve read, it’s possible some of the previous story would have enhanced my enjoyment of this one. Still, the interactions of our main character, Kate, with her steady, Marshall, and FBI Special Agent Nick Scarborough as they sleuth their way through solving a series of murders of women, will serve as a captivating story for the lover of a thriller.
I would have given this book a solid five stars if it wasn’t for some things that simply wouldn’t occur in an actual police investigation. Still, the book is engaging entertainment, well-written and with very few distractions of the ‘poor editing’ kind. This being the only book of the series I’ve read, it’s possible some of the previous story would have enhanced my enjoyment of this one. Still, the interactions of our main character, Kate, with her steady, Marshall, and FBI Special Agent Nick Scarborough as they sleuth their way through solving a series of murders of women, will serve as a captivating story for the lover of a thriller.
July 10, 2024
I started this series reading this particularly book which is actually book #2. Wasn’t really an issue. But back to the Law of Five. I loved it. I just couldn’t and didn’t want to put it down. The characters are so relatable and they just come to life off the pages. I really enjoy it when an author can conjure about so many emotions in their reader. This book had me anxious and nervous at times and then all out crying and going through the stages of grief. My next read will be book 1. Nevertheless there some amazing authors out there but Robin Mahle has proven to be worthy as one of the best.
November 26, 2019
I rarely write reviews - normally I only give stars so that I remember whether I like a particular author - but I'm making an exception for this AWFUL book. Do not bother to read this book unless you have recently read the earlier book in the series. The author refers back to that story constantly in this story without giving the reader of this book enough information to understand what she is talking about. Unfortunately, the earlier book is not available on Overdrive and I am not willing to pay 16.99 for that book. Forewarned...
July 17, 2017
Wow , what a fantastic read. The tension from the first Kate novel continued . The twists and turns of an emotional and frantic hunt for killers with close ties with the FBI. A wonderful journey watching Kate's personal and professional life develop only to end in such a sad way. Personally I am still reeling from that. But then I suppose that is the mark of a great writer, able to tap on your emotions. Do very grateful go have read this.
April 7, 2018
Yes you can read this without reading the first one but I kind of wish I hadn’t. You get a gist of the backstory but I think maybe the first book was better? Anyway, good detective story, slight twist with the killings and easy to get familiar with the main characters. Maybe a little rushed towards the end but this happens a with most books I find. I did enjoy it, and because each section was short I found I just wanted to keep reading. Good, average read!
September 2, 2019
The development of a heroine
Kate is a work in progress. What seems like sophomoric writing and responses, I believe is deliberate by the author. Kate has gone on to further her career, the surroundings should give her maturity, confidence, and strength. Continuing characters from this series is bound to keep love, happiness, and success within grasp. Danger will always be present.
Kate is a work in progress. What seems like sophomoric writing and responses, I believe is deliberate by the author. Kate has gone on to further her career, the surroundings should give her maturity, confidence, and strength. Continuing characters from this series is bound to keep love, happiness, and success within grasp. Danger will always be present.
March 1, 2020
Katie and Marshall are back and are a wonderful couple. Katie has put her past behind her and is working on a graduate degree and is employed at by the SDPD with Marshall. Their life is going well. A fellow student becomes fixated on Katie and a killer comes to town. Is Katie still safe? The characters are so real and wonderful! All I can say at this point is that I cried and cried! I suggest you read the first book before reading this one!
October 10, 2020
Cult killings while the authorities scramble.
I always hate reading the second book of a series without reading the first. Having said that, this book by itself was unable to justify the assumed closeness of Katie's relationships. While great care was taken in explaining the crimes scenes in the beginning, little was done in explaining the motives and plans. This book really points out that Katie seems to only have people in her life who have to be overprotective.
I always hate reading the second book of a series without reading the first. Having said that, this book by itself was unable to justify the assumed closeness of Katie's relationships. While great care was taken in explaining the crimes scenes in the beginning, little was done in explaining the motives and plans. This book really points out that Katie seems to only have people in her life who have to be overprotective.
July 21, 2017
The Law of Five is the second book in the Kate Reid series. This one was slower than the first one so I didn't like it as well. That being said, it still wasn't a bad read and I'm going to give the next one a shot. There was a part in the story that gave me the sniffles so be prepared!
For those who want to know: This one has language and violence.
For those who want to know: This one has language and violence.
December 8, 2017
A good read
If you enjoy police investigation mysteries, this is for you. Certainly a page turner and another step in the heroine's painfull path towards her fated career. Well-constructed and full of the right kind of specialized crime investigation detail. Was waiting for another twist at the end but that didn't happen and wasn't needed.
If you enjoy police investigation mysteries, this is for you. Certainly a page turner and another step in the heroine's painfull path towards her fated career. Well-constructed and full of the right kind of specialized crime investigation detail. Was waiting for another twist at the end but that didn't happen and wasn't needed.
August 12, 2018
I guess it helps if you read the series in order since he does some flashbacks every once in a while. I again enjoyed it but not to the extent of some of my other reads.
Mr. Mahle can you explain - “the sun was working its way up in the west,”?? Mahle does these stupid things or he has a poor editor who let’s them go. Anyway it was a good read.
Mr. Mahle can you explain - “the sun was working its way up in the west,”?? Mahle does these stupid things or he has a poor editor who let’s them go. Anyway it was a good read.
May 20, 2019
Who is killing innocent women and leaving their naked bodies on the side of the road?
Once again Robin Mahle has written a winner. This read was full of mystery, intrigue and thrills galore. I awarded 5 stars because I couldn't put it down, reading it straight through. People who enjoy suspense will love this book too. Her story's get better with each new book she writes.
Once again Robin Mahle has written a winner. This read was full of mystery, intrigue and thrills galore. I awarded 5 stars because I couldn't put it down, reading it straight through. People who enjoy suspense will love this book too. Her story's get better with each new book she writes.
August 29, 2019
The story was great. I would definitely recommend this book.
I loved the storyline. Ms. Mahle had a very strong talent. My only spoiler would be she spent a lot of the book dancing around a past event without really telling us what happened. It caused the story to lag a bit in a couple of places.
I loved the storyline. Ms. Mahle had a very strong talent. My only spoiler would be she spent a lot of the book dancing around a past event without really telling us what happened. It caused the story to lag a bit in a couple of places.
February 23, 2024
Complex story
Actually, this was a reflection of what a real case would probably look like. Many moving parts, different law enforcement offices involved moving in many different directions just to find the "bad guys". Unfortunately, like real life things don't always go as planned and the unforseen happens. Good read.
Actually, this was a reflection of what a real case would probably look like. Many moving parts, different law enforcement offices involved moving in many different directions just to find the "bad guys". Unfortunately, like real life things don't always go as planned and the unforseen happens. Good read.
March 23, 2017
Kate Reid survived an attempt on her life and joined the police department. She's assigned to work with the FBI on serial killings where again her life is in danger. Great characters, fast read. I rate this a 5.0
November 4, 2017
Ok but seriously needs a good editor. "Proceeding" used in place of "preceding", "ensuring" used in place of "assuring", "pedals" used in place of "petals". Too many missing words and misplaced punctuation. It made for a difficult read.
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