Amaryllis, Mississippi is a scrappy little town of strong backbone and southern hospitality. A brick-paved Main Street, a park, and a legendary ghost in the local cemetery are all part of its heritage. Everybody knows everybody in Amaryllis, and gossip wafts on the breeze. Its people are friendly, its families tight. On the surface Amaryllis seems much like the flower for which it’s named—bright and fragrant. But the Amaryllis flower is poison.
In the past three years five unsolved murders have occurred within the town. All the victims were women, and all were killed in similar fashion in their own homes. And just two nights ago—a sixth murder.
Clearly a killer lives among the good citizens of Amaryllis. And now three terrified women are sure they know who he is—someone they love. None is aware of the others’ suspicions. And each must make the heartrending choice to bring the killer down. But each woman suspects a different man.
My comments: I always enjoy books by Brandilyn Collins. She has her own unique style. This book kept me engaged. I enjoyed the story’s setting which is a small town in the south. I lived in small towns for a few years, and they definitely have dark sides. Collins keeps you guessing throughout, although I suspected several culprits throughout the book. She leads you along well. Collins’ quirky style makes her writing unique. I don’t exactly know how to describe what I mean, but I find it appealing. If you like mysteries, you will like this book! I did.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley, thank you. The publish date is March 1, 2012.
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