The plot: Two go into the woods, but only one comes out. That's the legend of The Woodsman. And it's spreading across Pennsylvania--scaring elementary-age children, challenging the teenagers. Detective Josie Quinn knows it's just a story, but when two sister go missing, and only the younger girl is found, she also knows something sinister is going on. The investigation into Kayleigh's disappearance is hard enough, but Josie's not sleeping because of some recent traumatic events, and then she learns about two other murders linked to the story of The Woodsman... and she starts to wonder if they have a serial killer on their hands.
My thoughts: This is the eighteenth Josie Quinn book, and another excellent mystery in this addictive series. Josie and her partner, Noah Fraley, are so good together. I've liked seeing how their relationship has developed and grown over the course of these mysteries. And I found this particular mystery nicely twisty and unexpected. I've been reading this series in order, which I recommend, because Josie's past is fairly complicated. But all the books in this series aren't long and they read fast.
My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Happy Reading!
Other Josie Quinn mysteries I've reviewed:
I like it when writers take old themes and stories and make them their own. Glad it's a fun series that you really like.
ReplyDeleteIt's a series that I can turn to when I can't find anything else I want to read. I really like her characters.
DeleteI have been aware of this series, but have not started it as yet. I'm thinking of really, really making 2025 my 'year of the series'. Need to start a list of series to try. I will be reading standalone books too, but honestly, I love mystery series.
ReplyDeleteAnd there are SO many good mystery series out there! There are several I want to get caught up ...or begin next year, too. :D
DeleteThe legend of the Woodsman has me so intrigued! This is another series that's on my list. Glad to hear it's so good! :)
ReplyDeleteI've really enjoyed this series. Her mysteries sometimes get a little dark, but her books always read fast.
DeleteI have this author on my "to be read" list. This sounds like another winner.
ReplyDeleteIt's one of my favorite mystery series. I've really enjoyed Detective Quinn's personal journey over the course of the series, too.
DeleteGreat review, Lark!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Cindy! :D
DeleteSo glad you enjoyed it. I thought the mystery was well executed.
ReplyDeleteIt was. Now I just need to read books #19, 20 and 21 before she writes #22. ;D
DeleteThis sounds good, glad you're enjoying this series. I like a good mystery.
ReplyDeleteI like when the mystery is good, but when I can also connect with the main characters! :D
DeleteThat sounds really good.
ReplyDeleteI thought it was!
DeleteI don't think that I have tried this author's work yet but this book sounds really good!
ReplyDeleteI've really enjoyed this series, but I do recommend at least reading the first book before you read any of the others.
DeleteI wasn't familiar with this series, but it sounds really fun!
ReplyDeleteI obviously like it; it's not many series that I stick with through 18+ books. But it's because I like the main characters so much.
DeleteThis sounds like a thrilling read! The legend of The Woodsman and the mysterious disappearances definitely have me intrigued. 🌲
ReplyDeleteI love following characters with complex backstories like Detective Josie Quinn. It's great to hear that her relationship with Noah continues to evolve. I'm looking forward to diving into this twisty and unexpected mystery.
Adding this to my reading list right now!
It's a series worth checking out! Happy reading. :D
DeleteAnother series I'd like to get to! :)
ReplyDeleteI've got a lot of those on my list, as well. Maybe next year. :D
DeleteAnother procedural series that I need to get started on! This one looks really good and definitely like one I need to try.
ReplyDeleteI keep reading it because I like the characters in it so much. And the mysteries are always tight and suspenseful. And the books read fast.
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