not learn from past mistakes? Is it that hard? Or is he just that determined to NEVER let the police (or Jack) do what they're supposed to do? I also wasn't too keen on the odd introduction of another 'romantic interest' into this volume.

A plot device that got him into trouble MULTIPLE times in the last book, and proceeds to get him into trouble at least three times in this one. The fact that she's not in her house becomes a plot point later, so it's obvious why it had to happen, but why not just have her lapse back into unconsciousness after her exposition to Ellery instead of keeping her lucid? Another irritation was Ellery's complete and utter stupidity when it came to going solo into situations he shouldn't have. After being roused by Ellery, she quickly becomes alert and seems to have no issues answering questions or talking coherently. they're unconscious, intoxicated, mentally unstable, etc.) If that was the case with the woman in the book, it's not indicated. Yes, there are exceptions - but only when it's apparent that a patient's capacity to make decisions has been compromised (i.e. One of the key moments early on in the book involves a woman being taken - against her will - to the hospital in an ambulance. And in all honesty, my feelings about this particular title in the series probably won't stop me from buying the fifth book when it comes out. All of these are things I typically expect in a Josh Lanyon title.

I enjoy the variety of characters (I always do with Lanyon titles) and the setting is charming. The first three books were entertaining and engaging, and the mysteries were fun. Okay, I want to start by saying I've really enjoyed this series.

Stranger on the Shore by Josh Lanyon