I know these have been out since 1986 but folks if you haven't read Sue Grafton, you've really missed some fun, interesting reading. I have to stop myself and get back to work or I'd loose days and sleep cause I cant put her down.. There are 19 books in this series each as good or better than the last.
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I get so into these stories I actually considered taking a Private Investigator course, ROLF.. Yes I dream of being a super slouth out and about gathering clues, information, just making a pest of myself in general and then, against all odds I SOLVE the case , take a deep breath of satisfied contentment, collect me fee and on to the next one..
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I think any book that makes you consider the subject as an actual career is GOOD READING ..
Here's just 1 sample of 173 great reviews::
Kinsey Millhone is a hard-boiled, gun-toting,
loner--a private investigator who keeps to herself and does whatever it
takes to solve her case. I first read this book as a teenager, and
Kinsey's toughness and un-sentimentality turned me off (young romantic
that I was). Coming back to this series as an adult has given me an
appreciation for the character and the genre that I lacked before. What
you see is what you get with Kinsey Millhone, and that simplicity is
her strength.
This book is not only truly groundbreaking, it is
also a plain ol' great mystery. Grafton keeps Kinsey busy interviewing
suspects, following leads, and stirring up trouble. Kinsey's work is
pretty much her life, and except for the occasional evening with a
handsome stranger, you can expect her to stay focused on the case.
Unless
you prefer your mysteries soft and cozy, you'll enjoy Kinsey Millhone
and her straight-forward approach to crime. Best of all, if you enjoy
this one, there are 14 more (so far) to keep you busy.
