DCI Craig Gillard with the Surrey Police investigates the bludgeoning death of Tanvi Roy, a notable businesswoman and chief executive of Empire of Spice. Of course the main suspects are initially family members and the case is complicated by financial irregularities. There are many issues within this extremely wealthy Hindu family that includes heir apparent Harshil (Harry) Roy and two daughters, Prisha and Kiara. In addition, the list of possible killers extends to board members of the company, ex partners, personal assistants and others who are connected to the Roys. Gillard and his team begin their meticulous research into all aspects in this police procedural. Who killed Mrs. Roy and why? NO SPOILERS.
Despite the red herrings, the many possible motives, and the extensive list of possible villains, I was able to follow along with the case and enjoy the method and exhaustive effort spent tracking down the murderer. I have read all previous books in this series and don't feel that this works without knowing the history of DCI Gillard, his wife, Sam, and other characters. Since the author is an award-winning financial journalist and a graduate of the London School of Economics, you need to be prepared to read a lot about money matters. I enjoyed this well enough but I don't really feel invested in the characters. Most of the focus is on solving the case with only a supportive role by the other team members. Personal information and relationships are not the focus as most of the narrative deals with Gillard going from place to place and person to person tracking down evidence, etc. I plan to read future installments. The writing is good and the overall story was interesting -- especially the description of how shareholdings for women in Indian businesses are typically set up. And, I do love a comprehensive Epilogue!
Thank you to NetGalley and Canelo for this e-book ARC to read and review.
This is the 4th in the series which should be read in order.
Genre - police procedural, crime thriller
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