DS MALKIE MCCULLOCH SERIES: Source: NetGalley and Storm Publishing.
A FRAGILE MERCY, 5 - I absolutely enjoy this series. I love all of the main characters, although there's always the fecal matter that rises upwards regardless of ability and has to harass his insubordinates. This book is heavy on the emotions, which adds to the lives of what "coppers" deal with in their careers. 5*

LAST TO DIE, 2 - I had to finish this entertaining story in one sitting. I found it predictable because this is how I would have written the story. Interesting and intriguing story lines blended with a variety of interesting characters wove an immersing tapestry of justice, revenge and murder. The last chapter was a perfect ending to this well written book. I enjoyed the fact that although this is the second book of a series, there was no rehashing of the first book, which I have not read; just an interesting story on its own. 15*

A DEADLY FLAME, 3 - Interesting story lines and good characters made this a difficult to put down read. The intensity of emotions and the effects of horrible happenings on the police and the firefighters in their daily lives added to the depth of this immersing story. 5*

THE COLD HEART, 4 - This book has everything: a variety of characters; good story lines; a gamut of emotions; hope; and plenty of evil. A bit heavy with the personal problems at the expense of police work. 4*