Death in a Mudflat by N. A. Granger

I received a free copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.

This was my first adventure with Rhe Brewster and it was fantastic! Despite the fact that I came in on book 4, Granger provided enough references to the past books that I didn’t feel left in the dark. While it’s possible to pick the series up in the middle, I would actually recommend starting from the beginning because the characters are so likeable and the story just sucks the reader in and I’m disappointed that I missed Rhe’s first three mysteries.

Granger has obviously put in her time on research. There is meticulous detail on all aspects of crime scene investigation and forensic lab work. Additionally when Rhe references her medical knowledge, it is also very detailed as if from a legitimate nursing professional. Information on the drug investigation was also very detailed.

Rhe is also a real character underneath her slightly unbelievable double career as investigator-ER nurse. She went through a divorce with a cheating husband. She’s raising a child with ADHD while balancing a career. Deep down she’s just a good person with the best intentions but she tends to get herself into some trouble. It’s great to see a “real” as well as strong female lead who is wholesome and not trashy.

I always love a good twist I don’t see coming and this book did not fail to deliver. I did not truly suspect the murderer until the facts were almost all laid out for me. The only thing that may have been a little too over the top for me was the way in which the killer was finally caught by Paulette.

It was great how in the first few pages the murder mystery began and how all the pieces of the story came together at the end for a solid conclusion. It’s nice to come across a series where each book can be a standalone.

I’m looking forward to going back to the beginning to see where Rhe started off at.

5 stars.