Red Moon

Howard Moon Deer #3

by Robert Westbrook

New Mexico private eye Howard Moon Deer visits the world of San Geronimo's art scene as he investigates Sherman Stone, a notorious low-life rumored to be plotting the demise of his wealthy wife, but the case is soon complicated by murder.

Genres: Mystery, Fiction

304 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published June 1, 2000

Reviews

[Carla Latham · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like the way Mr. Westbrook writes. He's one of those authors that, after I read the first book, I found out what other books he wrote and got those also. This is a good series (Howard Moon Deer) and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys mysteries, especially mysteries that take place in the southwest (such as Tony Hillerman's).

[Bruce · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Red Moon" is another fantastic tale, third in the Howard Moon Deer Mystery series. Author Westbrook has outdone himself with a mesmerizing ride mixing theft, murder, art, small-town New Mexico and our favorite flawed P.I.'s, blind Jack Wilder and assistant Howard Moon Deer. Toss in love, sex, madness, one family's adaptation to change, another family's inability to adapt and coexist, and a stolen shopping cart, and you have a story I didn't want to put down until the train finally left the station. Thank goodness there's still one more book in this series. Now where can I find myself a copy of "Ancient Enemy"?

[Patricia Shook · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this private investigator duo of Howard Moon Deer and Jack Wilder. The story plays well against their backgrounds and their quirks as individuals as well as the New Mexico setting. The only time I spent in New Mexico was on a spring break week from college a number of years ago but I have always wanted to go back. I will no doubt read more Howard Moon Deer Mysteries in the future as they are an enjoyable series.

[Laura Poppenwimer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting pair of private detectives, one blind and the other a Native American working on PhD. The plots are interesting and enjoyable to read. The characters are very unique in their differences yet they form a good team. These can be read in one sitting and best to read in order.

[Jenny Hardesty · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been enjoying this mystery series, but am beginning to recognize a pattern in these plots: Howie acquires and loses his lady love in each installment and the nicest, most helpful and least suspicious character is the perpetrator. I guess most authors follow their own distinctive formula.

[Abbie Watters · Rating 4 out of 5]

Better than book 2, but still about 50 pages too long.

[Virginia Adi · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved it

[Charles Collyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well-crafted mystery featuring Howard Moon Deer, a blind detective's assistant. Set in New Mexico, and mixing tarnished identities from several cultures and classes. Grown-up but not dark.

[K · Rating 4 out of 5]

EXCELLENT STORY

This book was another very good one from this series. The characters were well written and colorful. The action was evenly paced.

[Deborah Mansfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hooked

Hooked on Moon Deer. Can't wait to see what happens to him next. Seems like trouble always finds him somehow!

[Gail Climer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fair...Not Outstanding

The plot had its moments when the story was vibrant and then...things would drag....and drag. I just didn't really find it that good. 🤔

[Kathy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book #3. They seem to be getting better.

[Jeff Dickison · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good entry into the Howard Moon Deer series as Howard & Jack investigate the killing of a homeless man and the theft of a painting done by Georgia Okeeffe. Well done, interesting with the necesary amount of excitement. Recommended to fans of Indian detectives.

[Karen Emery · Rating 1 out of 5]

No story

Worst book ever. Very shallow story. The author just keeps rambling on and on and on. I kept falling asleep. So glad the book ended.

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[Judy Prokupek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Renewed acquaintance

Lovely to re-engage with Howard Moon Deer , as well as Jack, the blind detective. Lots of local and regional culture presented in a most accessible fashion.

[Wilma Rebstock · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable.