FICTION
Released: April 30, 1982
"Agreeable heroine (only her running is a bore), fine dialogue, a great eye for people and places—so we're looking forward to "B" through "Z," especially if Grafton can tighten up her plotting."
A shakily plotted but otherwise terrific start for a new detective series—with Kinsey Millhone, twice-divorced California private eye, as the enormously engaging narrator.
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FICTION
Released: May 20, 1985
"Unflagging suspense, a plot that convinces, crisp pacing, and characters that vibrate with life leave the reader anticipating the remainder of the alphabet."
A nifty second outing for feisty Kinsey Millhone, ex-cop, twice divorced California private eye ("A" Is for Alibi, 1982).
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FICTION
Released: May 12, 1986
"The author's style is warm and swift, the plot intrigues even if far-fetched; best of all is Kinsey Millhone—who's got brains and a sense of humor."
Third in Grafton's dashing trip through the alphabet ("A" is for Alibi, etc.) and probably her best so far.
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FICTION
Released: May 14, 1987
"Solid plot with a sometimes poignant undercurrent; a brisk pace; and people and places infused with vivid reality—Grafton gets better all the time."
Kinsey Millhone, the author's gritty, appealing P.I., based in California's Santa Teresa ("C" is for Corpse), is hired by shabby alcoholic ex-con John Daggett to deliver a cashier's check for $25,000 to one Tony Gahan, address unknown.
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FICTION
Released: May 1, 1988
"The taut, dense plot is marred by a crucial flaw, but an unflagging pace, skilled buildup of tension, lively characters, and Kinsey's offbeat charm make this yet another of the author's first-class entertainments."
Tough, vulnerable, twice-divorced P.I. Kinsey Millhone ("C"Is For Corpse, etc.) is being framed for insurance fraud, along with Lance Wood, president of Wood/Warren, manufacturer of industrial furnaces, whose warehouse has burned down.
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FICTION
Released: March 15, 1989
"Intriguing plot; swift pace; convincing, mostly repellent characters; seedy, small-town ambience; and a heroine who has mellowed just a little make this another winner for Grafton."
