Cold Blood- Robert Bryndza- 5*

Two bodies are found dismembered in suitcases washed on the river shore, the contents being more than meets the eye.  Erika has declined a promotion as she likes to keep on the streets in the thick of things. Things get a little thicker than she expected and she is home on enforced rest. I love Erika’s character. She comes to life through the pages as if you know her as a neighbour.  A strong character who pulls no punches but also has a warm side and a sense of humour. Robert has the skill to do this in spades and with an excellent plot line, this makes for a gripping read. A plot that keeps you engaged until the very end.  One of those where you don’t realise how long you have been reading as the pages turn so very easily. A well deserved 5* I voluntarily chose to read this ARC and all opinions in this review are my own and completely unbiased.