In the 10th book of JA (Jack) Kerley’s Carson Ryder series the author
decides to take a chance and relocate the main character to Miami, leaving
behind his previous life and friends in Alabama.
After an unenthusiastic welcome from his new colleagues Ryder is called to
an alarming discovery. Numerous bodies have been buried in a cistern type box
which has then been filled with concrete.
The investigation leads the dogged Detective to a despicable people
trafficking organisation headed up by some truly awful individuals.
Kerley has a knack for bringing characters in for one book but never
returning to them. Some are perhaps worthy of spin- off novels. However, this
new setting for Ryder feels like a whole new beginning and I have the feeling
that several of the new supporting cast will turn up again. Old favourite Harry
Nautilus is gone (forever?) but the brilliant Jeremy (Ryder’s fugitive Brother)
does appear with a vague promise of more future interaction.
Kerley’s story-telling and ability to present well-rounded characters
ensure that this series easily survives the bold move and fans should embrace
this change rather that be sceptical of it. The Death Box also works very well for
anyone new to the books.
Easily one of the best ongoing detective novel series around.
Ric’s Rating: Essential
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