T is for Trespass by Sue Grafton

 This was riveting. I liked the variety of having an additional narrator besides Kinsey. Hearing Solana's point of view added to the tension in the story. In fact, the tension in this story and the way it unfolded really held my interest. Solana's devious plans and actions as she stole someone's identity and then proceeded to take advantage of Kinsey's elderly neighbor were instructive. It was interesting because it seemed so easy to do, and she had a lot of know how and a lawyer to help her. I also kept thinking about how this was the 80s and would not unfold this way with today's technology.

I was disappointed that near the beginning Kinsey explained why she broke up with Cheney. Oh, no! He added so much spice to the story! He does make a brief appearance near the end of the story, but the romance is not re-ignited. Bummer! I liked that aspect of the series because it showed a new and vulnerable side of Kinsey. I was also hoping for some more family connections, but there wasn't time in this one, I guess. The side story of the accident where the missing witness was an ex-con provided a break from the main story. Now that I think about it, the woman who was trying to take advantage of the system by claiming injuries was similar in deviousness to Solana. Two very dishonest women. And the ex-con, an earnest ventiloquist, seemed to be doing what he could to get himself healthier. Not sure about that, but he was definitely an interesting character.

This was a fun winter read which I enjoyed immensely as I snuggled under blankets in our living room, waiting for work men to arrive or depart as our basement repair nears its completion. While this story had horrible villains, it was not a depressing read. In fact, Kinsey challenges us at the end to do our part to protect children and the elderly. I liked that!