Has anyone taken the time to count the number of detective book series that have emerged in recent years? It's like a tidal wave of them, isn't it? Some are gems that keep you up at night, some are just passable, and then some make you wonder why you wasted your time—at least that pretty much summarizes my reading escapades. I've been hesitant to read new series lately, largely because I’ve experienced a fair share of disappointments. A lot of the titles and covers seem to be misses rather than hits, lacking that spark to draw me in. But then, along came Serves You Right by Orion Gregory. The cover caught my eye immediately—there's something ethereal about the see-through silhouette of a woman. I found myself contemplating her identity. Is she the intrepid detective in pursuit of a killer, or is she the hapless victim? The intrigue sucked me in.
The plot centers around rookie detective Sydney Livingstone, who believed she was trading the high-octane world of professional tennis for a more serene existence in Walsh County, Ohio. Freshly engaged to the charming Enzo, she imagined herself sipping morning coffee and solving small-town mysteries. What she got instead was nothing short of a waking nightmare. A faceless vigilante, who ominously calls himself The Enforcer, emerges from the twisted echoes of the dark web, launching a war not just on criminals but also on a justice system that has failed them time and again. With icy precision, this self-proclaimed executioner starts eliminating targets across the region, leaving behind a digital trail of blood and chilling manifestos. And suddenly, Sydney finds herself not just in the line of fire of a killer, but entangled in something far more sinister.
As her department struggles under escalating threats, the plot becomes even murkier when an unnerving stalker begins tailing a veteran officer. The line between predator and protector blurs, forcing Sydney to question everything: Are these attacks part of a meticulously calculated crusade, or is something darker unraveling before her eyes? When damning evidence implicates someone from within the force, Sydney is thrust into a whirlwind of doubt—about her colleagues, her own instincts, and the strange coincidences surrounding her arrival in Walsh County.
As national media swoop down on the once-quiet county and the body count rises, the pressure on her intensifies. In this chilling game where every move could spell disaster, Sydney must navigate through layers of betrayal, buried secrets, and a killer who always seems to be one step ahead. Because in Walsh County, justice is no longer just blind—it’s very much watching her every move.
I wasn’t quite sure how to feel in the first few pages; I found myself trying to decode the author’s writing style, which, as it turns out, is quite commendable. There’s nothing overtly wrong with the narrative; the pacing flows like a leaf drifting serenely down a stream. The descriptions are vivid and easily digestible, the dialogue crackles with energy, and the characters are intriguingly crafted—even the ones I didn't particularly warm to. Sydney Livingstone, our protagonist, is a likeable character, though I must admit her former life in tennis felt a tad far-fetched to me; then again, I’m not exactly a tennis aficionado. I couldn’t help but chuckle at the name of the vigilante—The Enforcer—reminding me a bit too much of a classic Dirty Harry flick.
Overall, Serves You Right turns out to be a solid read—once I settled into it, of course. It took me a couple of chapters to really get hooked. Like any good murder mystery, it’s packed with twists and turns, and to my surprise, I didn’t see most of them coming—a rare treat in today’s predictable literary landscape. So, if you're in search of a page-turner that will sweep you away from your worries, I wholeheartedly recommend picking up a copy. [*] of this book. You won't be disappointed. ╌★★★★★
〜B.J. Burgess
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