Barbara S. (barbsis) - , reviewed on 7/18/2009 + 1076 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 4

Kinsey Millhone really steps in it this time. This one is a real slow starter almost halfway done before Sue Grafton starts bringing the pieces together.

The premise of the book is elder abuse and fraudulent activities by the in-home health care provider. Solana, has stolen the identity of a real nurse and is scamming money and valuables from an 89 year old man (Gus) who has had a serious fall and needs daily assistance. Gus is Kinsey's neighbor though not really a friend as he is abrasive to everyone. Therefore, there isn't anyone really keeping tabs on him and his nurse which allows Solana to take unquestioned advantage of him and his possessions.

Kinsey becomes suspicious and reports Solana to an elder abuse hotline and then the real fun begins. Great book!

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