Blurb:
Haven’s Rock, Yukon. Population: 0
Deep in the Yukon wilderness, a town is being built. A place for people to disappear, a fresh start from a life on the run. Haven’s Rock isn’t the first town of this kind, something detective Casey Duncan and her husband, Sheriff Eric Dalton, know first-hand. They met in the original town of Rockton. But greed and deception led the couple to financing a new refuge for those in need. This time around, they get to decide which applicants are approved for residency.
There’s only one rule in Haven’s Rock: stay out of the forest. When two of the town's construction crew members break it and go missing, Casey and Eric are called in ahead of schedule to track them down. When a body is discovered, well-hidden with evidence of foul play, Casey and Eric must find out what happened to the dead woman, and locate those still missing. The longer Casey and Eric don’t know what happened, the more danger everyone is in.
My Thoughts:
After having enjoyed all of Kelley Armstrong's Rockton series (7 of them), I was delighted first to find out that she was taking those characters and doing another series and, secondly, happy to know that I am going to like the spin-off. The Rockton books were very well done, or that was my opinion, and this reader got very fond of most of the people who lived in the 'hidden' town. Most of the people - not all were good. In any case, Casey Duncan, detective, and her now-husband, Eric Dalton, sheriff, are building a new town and calling it Haven's Rock. I enjoyed reconnecting with both of them and a few other characters from Rockton. Enjoyed meeting a few new people that might or might not be staying around in Haven's Rock.
I do think that this book was definitely setting up the new town, new way of handling things (mostly), and telling us what life might be like here as we are still in the Yukon and still trying to be hidden. There were people who eventually reappeared, but I'll be glad to see more familiar faces in the next book. There were hints of things to come and also crimes to solve in this book. Hoping that the next 'Haven's Rock' book will be coming in 2024. Oh, I don't think you have to read the Rockton books first. You could start here as a lot of things are mentioned that happened before. However, for the best experience, start with City of the Lost and see what you think. Have you 'visited' Rockton yet?
Yes, I've read the first Rockton book but didn't get any further. Not because I didn't like it, I did, but I think the series sort of slipped away from me. I do have KA's A Rip Through Time on my Kindle, have you tried that yet? I have to say that I think my husband's a bigger fan of her books than I am.
ReplyDeleteCath, I have a copy of A RIP THROUGH TIME, but haven't started it yet. It looks good and I think there is a second in that series being published before long. It's tough to keep up with all the series, isn't it? LOL
ReplyDeleteI love Armstrong's Rockton series and was so happy when I found out she was going to be starting another series with Casey and Eric. They're such great characters. I can't wait to read this book!
ReplyDeleteLark, I know you like these characters as much as I do. I'll be curious what you think about the new book.
DeleteLooking forward to this one but I want to finish the Rockton series (#6 is next for me).
ReplyDeleteMary @Bookfan
Yes, Mary, I do suggest reading those last two Rockton books and then you can go on to this one. Enjoy!
DeleteOh, yay! I'm glad to know this new series will be just as good as the original. I'm loving the Rockton series so far, although I'm behind in it (of course). Another series I need to get caught up on ASAP. Glad you enjoyed this one so much!
ReplyDeleteI had a great time reading it, though as I mentioned, lots of set up for the new location. However, we're left with some hints of what might come...
DeleteVisited and loved it! I like the mysteries, but this another series where the characters are just as good. What's up next Kay - we seem to have read the same books these last few weeks. Great minds...!
ReplyDeleteLuanne, I just finished reading a book that I really enjoyed and not a mystery exactly - The Minuscule Mansion of Myra Malone. I'll tell about it next week. About to start The Lost Apothecary for a mystery book group in March.
DeleteThanks for featuring this book, Kay. This is a new-to-me author and I like the sound of this series and the previous one. Definitely something I'll add to my TBR list!
ReplyDeleteAlways glad to suggest a new author for everyone - we all need new books, right? Ha!
DeleteI haven't but I have City of the Lost on my TBR and I've heard such good things about this book and this author. The Casey Duncan series really appeals to me so I'm looking forward to going back to the beginning.
ReplyDeleteKatherine, if you try the Casey Duncan Rockton series, I'll be interested in hearing what you think. It's a bit unique.
DeleteKay, I'm happy to see you posting again. I missed seeing you.
ReplyDeleteMuch appreciated, Deb!
DeleteI haven't yet visited Rockton but hopefully one day!
ReplyDeleteTry it, Wendy, you might like it! LOL
DeleteI have not visited Rockton yet either, but count me in as someone who wants to get into this series. I’ve seen so many bloggers looking forward to this one and who enjoyed the previous series.
ReplyDeleteIt's a bit of a different mystery story, but I've really enjoyed all of them. :-)
DeleteI mostly skimmed this because I have only read the first book in the original series. I enjoyed that one very much and do plan to continue reading the series. I have two more books on my shelves in first series, and need to get to them. I am glad to see that this second related series is also good.
ReplyDeleteI was really glad to see that Armstrong will be continuing with the characters, albeit at another location.
DeleteI read and loved the Rockton series and look forward to the new one. So glad your renovation is almost finished!
ReplyDeleteGlad to know that you're a Rockton fan as well, Nise'! And, yes, renovations are finally coming to an end.
DeleteI've only read the first book of the Rockton series. Looks like I've lots to read for the catchup. I'm glad to hear this book was good.
ReplyDeleteMelody, not to terribly long of a series, but yes, several more for you if you decide to finish the original series.
DeleteInteresting...a spin off. I many have to revisit the Rockton series and this book. I know one of the book club members really likes the Rockton series so will pass along this info.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good plan, Gayle. You might like Rockton more as you find out things about the regular characters. ;-)
DeleteWould be interested in what you thought if you decide to try it, Vicki.
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