Star reporter Leslie Brymes senses something sinister one morning as she readies for work. She can’t explain it so she ignores it. Her worst fear is realized when she discovers a dead body in her car, note pinned to the torso. Who would do such a thing, and who will be the next victim?
This novel reads more like a thriller than the previous installment, Violet Dawn. Collins picks up the pace of the story as well as sheds light on more of Kanner Lake’s characters, such as S-Man Ted Dawson, Chief Vince Edwards and a few new ones. I reveled in the action presented as well as a not-so-easily-guessed plot path. Plot, characters and theme felt more real to me than the last book-made more sense.
Don’t know what could be creepier than spiders or dead bodies? A warning-you will find references to occult activity in this novel. The topic is handled well, not overdone, and adds great impact to the story.
Collins teases members of her beloved BHCC (Big Honkin’ Chicken Club) because they’re too timid to read her scary tales. I don’t think her books are all that scary, but I’ll read practically anything, so I may not be the best judge. However, I’ve decided there needs to be a new club, the CSMC (Can’t Scare Me Club). Go ahead and wow us, creep us out, keep us awake. We’ll love every minute of it. If you’re one of those people, you’re sure to love Coral Moon.
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