I thoroughly enjoy the Brennan series. And 9 books in I now expect certain 'regulars' to pop up at some point. This one does not disappoint. Close relative? Check. Boyfriend misunderstanding? Check. Old friend? Check. Abrasive local cop? Check. Completely separate cases somehow linked? Check. Brennan

Spoiler

in peril due to her lack of judgement

? Check.

Formulaic maybe. Good read? You betcha!