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Jon's Crazy Head-Boppin' Mystery
by A.J. Sherwood
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A few months following the events of the last case, and we've settled into a nice rhythm. I can see the formula of this series now, and it's one that I really like. I also like that exciting the unexpected is, well, an expectation with this series. Because I absolutely did not see any of the events of this mystery coming. Not by a long shot.
Jon and Donovan have settled well into their relationship now. But neither man is without his insecurities. And while those insecurities don't play a major role in the overall plot of this book, they are addressed, and they add to the character building. Both of them have trauma they're bringing into this relationship, and they both try to communicate as effectively as they can, and support each other to the best of their abilities. Honestly, it's relationship goals through and through.
Of course, no relationship is without its bumps in the road and hardships. And those hardships definitely come front and center with this case
Donovan is nothing if not a protector. It's part of his very core. And Jon? He runs head first into trouble like a moth runs to a flame. He doesn't necessarily mean to. But it kind of happens anyway. And when that happens, it rather starts one hell of a wild ride.
From beginning to end, this one stumped me. And it wasn't long before I realized that I just had to go with it. Enjoy the ride. And see where it would take me. And it took me to quite the place. Not one I could have ever really seen coming. But with dogged determination and the unending support of his partner, and his team, Jon does get to the bottom of the mystery. Even if it catches everyone quite by surprise.
Overall, two books in, I am adoring this series immensely. I love the dynamics between the characters, I love the relationship that continues to build and grow stronger between Jon and Donovan, and I love the introduction of Donovan's BFF Garrett.
And knowing how weird the cases have been so far, I can only anticipate the the mysteries are about to get much, much weirder.
Jon and Donovan have settled well into their relationship now. But neither man is without his insecurities. And while those insecurities don't play a major role in the overall plot of this book, they are addressed, and they add to the character building. Both of them have trauma they're bringing into this relationship, and they both try to communicate as effectively as they can, and support each other to the best of their abilities. Honestly, it's relationship goals through and through.
Of course, no relationship is without its bumps in the road and hardships. And those hardships definitely come front and center with this case
Donovan is nothing if not a protector. It's part of his very core. And Jon? He runs head first into trouble like a moth runs to a flame. He doesn't necessarily mean to. But it kind of happens anyway. And when that happens, it rather starts one hell of a wild ride.
From beginning to end, this one stumped me. And it wasn't long before I realized that I just had to go with it. Enjoy the ride. And see where it would take me. And it took me to quite the place. Not one I could have ever really seen coming. But with dogged determination and the unending support of his partner, and his team, Jon does get to the bottom of the mystery. Even if it catches everyone quite by surprise.
Overall, two books in, I am adoring this series immensely. I love the dynamics between the characters, I love the relationship that continues to build and grow stronger between Jon and Donovan, and I love the introduction of Donovan's BFF Garrett.
And knowing how weird the cases have been so far, I can only anticipate the the mysteries are about to get much, much weirder.