Published by Atria Books Genres: Fiction, Mystery, suspense, thriller
I am late to the Cork O’Connor series, having read only three of the books, but I have been a fan of William Kent Krueger’s writing for quite some time! William Kent Krueger’s writing is beautiful, and he writes fully fleshed out and interesting characters. His plots are well thought out and intriguing. Apostle’s Cove is gripping, shocking, mysterious, and a wonderful reading experience!
Cork O’Connor has received a phone call from his son, Stephen, who is employed by a nonprofit dedicated to proving the innocence of those who have been unjustly incarcerated. The case that Stephen is working on is one that Cork O’Connor investigated when he was a newly elected sheriff. Cork recalls the case well. It is one that has always bothered him. It is a case where Axel Boshey, an Ojibwe man, went to prison for the brutal murder of a woman. Cork is driven to investigate the case once again even though Axel does not want to help. He has etched out a life in prison and has his reasons for not participating in his own release.
As the investigation ensues, this book is told through past and present storylines. As those involved are questioned yet again, more secrets, twists, lies, will be unturned. There are those who do have things to hide and those who are as crafty as ever. Who has something to hide? Who has a secret that want kept?
This became a real page turner for me. This book begins on the slower side, and I struggle with slow reads but not this book. I was completely drawn into the plot due to William Kent Krueger’s wonderful writing, plot, and characters. I was invested in the investigation and kept changing my mind about who committed the murder.
This book also shows Cork’s family life and his relationships with those in his life. This works nicely and works well with the investigation as several family members are assisting Cork including Jenny and Stephen. Another family member in this book is his seven-year-old grandson with a special gift and begins talking about the Windigo, that mythic cannibal ogre, who he feels is in Tamarack County.
Overall, a beautifully written book that is the 21st book in the series. I loved the writing, the well thought out plot, the characters, and the mystery.
*A Witches Words buddy read with Dorie and Mary Beth. Please read their reviews as well to get their thoughts on Apostle’s Cove!
Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
