A review by rachelsread
Tied to Murder by Brian Battison

mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I thoroughly enjoyed this story in its entirety. The characters were complex and interesting, each with their own personal struggles, backgrounds, and faults. I appreciated the fact that this extended to the main characters as well - even the protagonist is not infallible. The murder mystery was also interesting with many possible suspects and expertly interwoven connections with each other. The murderer wasn't obvious until the end of the novel and that specific character was well-hidden throughout the first half of the story, appearing even more innocent than most. The generational difference between the two main detectives was fascinating to read as they conflicted on practically everything and yet still got the job done. It was an enjoyable novel and I can't wait to read the next in the series!