Reviewed by
Author Roy Murry
The world
revolves around Sami Saxton, as it seems in this complex character driven
novel. The author delves into the background of the main women characters to
the point of telling us their intimate sexual preferences and choices of men.
Sami’s ex is the only male character that women migrate towards. That is the
reason for their parting ways – other women.
A young woman is
murdered and the story begins. Sami’s ex, Jerry, is the prime suspect, but he
wasn’t there at the time of the crime. Sami living her somewhat psychogenic existence
believes that Jerry could never kill anyone. Or, could he?
The development of Mr. Wickard’s attractive Sami Saxton character has her in a delightful existence in New York City with her lovable dog. In her journeys around town, the reader gets a taste of the big apple. She drives taxi cab drivers crazy with her back seat driver’s attitude. But in all other parts of her life, she has little clue as to where she is going or what is happening around her.
This mystery is
thrilling at points, because of Sami’s mental aliments which are minor and controllable
with legal prescriptions. However, mixed with wine she gets the feeling that
someone is out to get her. They are, but it’s not who she thinks it is.
Mr. Wickard
keeps the reader’s attention using the character’s explanations as to why they
are doing what they’re doing. Some of the explanations are intriguing and
entertaining.
The novel is a
quick read that a reader of suspense novels will find captivating. I can’t wait
to see what will happen to Sami in her next adventure. Or, should you?
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