I doubt the author could make up these plots. I greatly fear they are suggested by actual events then made "colorful" and plot twists added. I know that is what authors are supposed to do-keep those readers interested and on the edge of their seats. If I had a cop working for me that kept getting beat up because he doesn't like to carry a gun I would find him another line of work-behind a desk.

Always a pleasure to spend a day with Virgil Flowers. I had a hard time getting started on this, then I looked at the dedication. Sanford let a friend "co-write" this installment. Once I understood that, I just got on with the story and it turned out to be not bad at all. Just not what I have come to expect.

#6

This won't be for everyone, mad dog killers are not a fun group. How old Virgil goes after them is somewhat original. I am getting the feeling the author doesn't particularly like the Sheriffs/deputies of rural Minnesota.

Virgil Flowers #6

enjoyed it. pretty thrilling read.

Excellent plot and questions asked that keep one turning the pages. Worth reading for sure.

Not bad at all, pretty entertaining and fast-paced

Partner or no, Sanford and Virgil are at their prime. Ah, poop! How do I add 6 stars?!

Perhaps not the strongest of the series, but the sympathetic portrayal of the loser killers was nicely done. I'm a little curious about the nature of the collaborative writing process mentioned in a note at the beginning of the book. "Sandford" evidently has a partner of some kind in producing these books.