Galbraith, Robert

Galbraith/Rowling is a master storyteller, and these detective mysteries continue to enthrall with compelling puzzlers.

This Cormoran Strike adventure delivers on all the promise of the first one. In her Galbraith persona, author J.K. Rowling has created memorable characters who develop and grow throughout the course of the novel. The mystery itself is clever, and the frequent darts aimed at the publishing world are entertaining. Fans of contemporary British mysteries will eat this up. [See Prepub Alert, 2/24/14.]

Laden with plenty of twists and distractions, this debut ensures that readers will be puzzled and totally engrossed for quite a spell. Galbraith's take on contemporary celebrity obsession makes for a grand beach read. It's like a mash-up of Charles Dickens and Penny Vincenzi.