THE SUSPECT: MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN BOOK 1 by L.R. Wright

THE SUSPECT: MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN BOOK 1

by L.R. Wright

5 stars

I decided to read this series because of the TV series "Murder In A Small Town" starring Kristen Kreuk and Rossif Sutherland. I am a fan of both stars and wanted to watch the show. But with all tv or movies that are based on books, I like to read the books first. You get so much more information and insight from the books. And sometimes your own imagination can do better than even the best director. 

Ok, so The Suspect is book 1 in a series of 9 books by L.R. Wright. The writing is great, the characters are likable, and the descriptions of the area are beautiful. 

George is a 80-year-old man and has just killed his brother-in-law. It was spur of the moment, and George is wrecked over the act. At first, he is ready to go to jail for the murder. But as time goes by, he starts to believe Carlyle deserved it. If it wasn't for the damn parrot and war shells, George probably wouldn't have even been a suspect.

Karl Alberg is the new Staff Sergeant in the area. He is called in on the case. Only 2 suspects, George and a traveling salesman, no motive, no weapon, and no evidence. 

Cassandra is a local librarian and friend of George's. She put a personal ad in the paper looking for a companion, and Karl answers the ad. This puts Cassandra in a n odd predicament. Does she remain loyal to her friend or tell Karl anything she knows of the case?

I really enjoyed this book. I read it in a day and a half, couldn't put it down. stayed up way to late to finish it. Even though the book started with the killer being revealed, it kept me reading to see if George would get away with it or if the Mountie would get his man.

I recommend this story to anyone who wants an easy read with a touch of heart and soul to it.

If you read this book or series, please let me know your opinion. I would love to know if you like it and why or why not.