Flight ( The Texas Murder Files #2) by Laura Griffin
Publication Date: March 30th 2021 by Berkley
Pages: 352
Source: Publisher
Rating: ★★★★¼
My
Thoughts:
Miranda, a CSI on hiatus, is spending the summer at the small
Texas coastal town of Lost Beach photographing birds for a nature calendar.
This is just the respite she needs after particularly tough case that didn’t
end well. However, while photographing, Miranda stumbles upon a double murder
and she becomes embroiled in the investigation when the police discover her
skills.
Miranda’s photography captured my interest, I’d love to
photograph birds in the marshes of Texas! Well, maybe not in the summer as I hate
mosquitos and unfortunately, they love me!
Flight had a perfect balance between the main
mystery/thriller and the romance. It was a little heavier on the romance than a
lot of police procedurals, but I was on board with that as I really connected
with Joel and Miranda’s romance! That being said, the police procedural part was
interesting, and it seems like Ms. Griffin always features cutting-edge techniques.
I’ve read several of Laura Griffin’s
books, but Flight stands out as one of my favorites!
Goodreads description:
When former forensic photographer Miranda Rhoads moves to the seaside town of Lost Beach, she's decided to make her living as a wildlife photographer and put crime scenes behind her. But her plans are quickly upended when one morning, she comes across a couple sleeping in a canoe, entwined in an embrace. Looking closer, she realizes the man and woman aren't asleep—they’ve been murdered.
Detective Joel Breda sets out to find answers—not only about the unidentified victims in the marshy death scene, but also about the aloof and beautiful photographer who seems to know more about his investigation than he does.
As they begin to unravel the motivation of a merciless serial killer, Miranda and Joel must race against the clock to make an arrest before the killer can find them first.
I don't mind when Griffin's books tilt a little more towards the romance either. :D I'm really looking forward to reading this one.
ReplyDeleteHope you love it, Lark! :)
DeleteAh man, her vacay broken up by a murder. I love that she does photos of pretty places in her down time.
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DeleteYeah, her vacation gets interrupted by murder, but she gains a hunky detective in the process!
DeleteYou know I'm a fan of Romantic Suspense as well, but only have read one book by Ms. Griffin. I definitely need to try her out. I like that it's a bit more focused on the romance, because you know I can't live without it. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat review, Rachel.
I hope you enjoy her if you give her another shot, Joy! Some of my favorites are: Touch of Red, At Close Range, Deep Dark and now Flight! :)
DeleteI grew up in Texas and the mosquitos are fierce. 😠Although, I think I've found my new nemesis in Virginia... the dreaded Yellow Fly. It bites and it HURTS. It sucks your blood like a mosquito, but it feels like you're being stung by a wasp.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad this book was a great read for you! I'll definitely be checking it out. :)
Lindsi @ Do You Dog-ear? 💬
Oh, man the Yellow Fly sounds horrible! Hope you like the story if you try it, Lindsi. :)
DeleteThat's great you really loved this one! I don't read a ton of romantic suspense, but I should try it more often.
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It's one of my favorite genres. :)
DeleteI haven't read this one but it sounds good. I'm glad you liked it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mary!
DeleteI'm glad to see you enjoyed this one. Maybe I'll try to read it but the first one was just ok for me.
ReplyDeleteAnne - Books of My Heart
I liked this one a lot more!
DeleteI like that you shared that connection with the MC. (I am not a fan of mosquito laden places either.)
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of photography and nature mixed in with murder! :)
ReplyDeleteI need to try Griffin! Sigh, one day
ReplyDeleteI have read a few of her books and loved them. I need to pick this one up. Glad you enjoyed it.
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