Criminal (by Karin Slaughter)
I’m such a huge fan of Karin Slaughter. I think I’ve rated every book of hers with five stars. I’ve read the Grant County series, a few standalone novels, and am currently loving the journey through the Will Trent series. Criminal is the sixth installment in the Will Trent series and it’s DEEP! This novel tells the tale of Will Trent’s birth and parentage in a way I never expected.
The story opens in 1975 with Lucy Bennett’s introduction to drug use and her progression to prostitution. She and other prostitutes become the center of an investigation pursued by Amanda Wager and Evelyn Mitchell, who are brand new to their police careers. This portion of the story highlights the reality for women joining the police force in the 1970’s with the stigma, discrimination, and disrespect they received from their colleagues.
The novel alternates to the present day with Will Trent navigating his new relationship with Sara Linton. A local college student goes missing and Amanda Wagner keeps Will off the case by having him working undercover at the airport. Will is frustrated and confused with Amanda’s decision. As he is opening up to Sara about growing up in an orphanage, Will unexpectedly runs into Amanda inside the abandoned home. It appears that the case Amanda and Evelyn worked in 1975 is having a recurrence in the present day.
This is a fascinating book! Karin kept me on the edge of my seat by gradually feeding me information and letting my curious mind connect the details. I love when a story does that!
I borrowed the audiobook of Criminal from my local library with the Libby app. Kathleen Early is a great narrator.
The Will Trent television series is currently airing season 2 on ABC! Below is a trailer for your viewing pleasure.
Lastly, you can check out my previous reviews for the Will Trent series linked below:
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