This week, Michael Popple recommends three intense and gripping reads. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog, unseenlibrary.com
Lone Wolf by Gregg Hurwitz
Michael Joseph, $34.99
Evan Smoak, the mysterious and deadly vigilante known as The Nowhere Man, is facing an emotional crisis. Determined to get back on track, Evan takes an unlikely assignment of finding a missing dog. However, this case inadvertently places him in the crosshairs of both a genius billionaire and an assassin who might be just as deadly as Evan.
Hurwitz continues his enjoyable Orphan X series in a big way with Lone Wolf. Combining thrilling action with a compelling look at modern society, and some impressively nuanced characters, Lone Wolf is an outstanding read that comes highly recommended.
Everyone Who Can Forgive Me is Dead by Jenny Hollander
Constable, $32.99
Nine years ago, a brutal attack at an elite graduate school left several people dead or wounded. Survivor Charlie Colbert has spent years trying to move past the horror of that tragic event, but everything changes when a film adaptation of the fateful night is announced. The truth of what happened that night could destroy Charlie, and she will do anything to stop that from happening.
Hollander presents a powerful debut novel that explores the impacts of trauma and pain in an excellent read. Combining dramatic character work with exciting crime fiction, this is an amazing novel from an impressive new author.
The Ghost Orchid by Jonathan Kellerman
Century, $34.99
When the bodies of a rich playboy and his married mistress are found shot at a Bel Air mansion, LAPD detective Milo Sturgis calls in psychologist Alex Delaware to help with the investigation. To solve the case, the investigators need to work out which of the victims was the intended target, and they soon uncover a deadly raft of secrets and lies.
A clever addition to the long-running Alex Delaware series, The Ghost Orchid features another brilliant mystery that Kellerman masterfully explores using his methodical style. Captivating, personal and highly moving, this is a great read.
