R is for Ricochet (by Sue Grafton)
I started reading Sue Grafton’s alphabet series after I attended an author event with her and John Grisham in conversation back in 2017. You can check out my blog post describing that experience here. This was my first introduction to her and I was immediately entertained by her witty personality and intrigued about her books.
I finally made my way to the letter R. In R is for Ricochet, Kinsey Millhone is hired by a wealthy, elderly father to pick up his daughter from prison and help her get acclimated to society. Seems like an easy task…until Reba, her new charge, reunites with a person she knew before her incarceration. Reba quickly begins making poor decisions and Kinsey learns a lot about Reba’s past, especially her past crime. The story unravels and escalates as Kinsey gets involuntarily involved in Reba’s antics and events turn dangerous.
This book is packed with various threads off the main story. Kinsey is a character who is generally independent. She has a close relationship with her landlord and interacts with colleagues; however, she has yet to establish a friendship with a woman. I really liked how Grafton allowed Kinsey to develop a friendship with Reba and that she explored the complexities of this relationship. Additionally, Kinsey begins a new romantic relationship. I certainly hope this relationship works out well for her. She deserves a healthy relationship. Lastly, Kinsey observes her landlord navigate the start of a new romantic relationship. Unfortunately, drama between Henry and his brothers complicates this new possibility.
You’re welcome to read my other review for books by Sue Grafton, which are linked below. Also linked is the author event she participated with John Grisham.
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