A review by ampersandinc
King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Cosby doesn’t mess around–not with how well he captures very specific aspects of the American south, not in his pacing, and not in the least with how hardboiled and raw his books read. I had to look away from the page for one paragraph because it was all too much at one point. While still filled with more sentiment and ideas than 80% of crime thrillers, this does feel like a move to a more commercial direction from ALL THE SINNERS BLEED. As much as I miss that extra layer, it’s hard to complain when your hair is being blown back on an absolute thrill ride like this.