Cyndi J. (cyndij) reviewed on 10/20/2020 + 1032 more book reviews

It's good to be back in Absaroka County again. This is definitely a more light-hearted entry in the series, especially when contrasted with Depth of Winter. Almost all the familiar characters (except Cady) get at least a walk-on part. The history of the painting was interesting, the Russians were kind of over the top in an amusing way, and it's always fun to see Longmire surprise others with his knowledge about art and culture. Liked the Wavers wheelchair brigade, but I think I've seen that DJ type in too many other books. Liked the history lessons too, although some didn't feel as organic to the story as they could have been - especially having the Wavers tell Longmire all about Charley Lee. They'd known each other for years, supposedly, so no need for the biography. And here's something I wish wasn't in my head - the kidnapper guy who coats himself in Vaseline thinking the deputies won't be able to hold onto him. Okay, it's funny. But...why is there a giant tub of Vaseline available in the prison bathroom? Do I want to know that? Well, enough of that. It's a good book and sets up for some changes in the future, maybe.

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