The Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series needs to be read in order because, yes, the murder that Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is in Three Pines to solve, but the series has a larger plot that is taking through the whole series. A Fatal Grace is a perfect book now that we are about to enter the holiday season.
The author, Louise Penny, manages with her writing to create an enlightening and atmospheric mystery that explores the complexities of human relationships, the beauty of the Canadian wilderness, and the darker secrets that lie beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic small-town life.
A Fatal Grace seems like a perfect match for readers who like to explore the mystery theme, albeit in a more atmospheric and character-driven way. It is set against the backdrop of Three Pines, a small Quebec village with an intricate plot and clever detective work. Chief Inspector Armand Gamache is a mix of Hercules Poirot and Sherlock Holmes, but he cares more; you can see it in his relationship with his wife and Jean-Guy, his deputy.
The first of the two books in the series is slow and grotesque, but as you continue with the series, it becomes more interesting. I consumed the book by listening to the audiobook while reading the physical book.