And don’t ask what’s going on with her long-lost father, whose reported death may be greatly exaggerated. In addition, Jack is working with an FBI agent so hot that although she’s charged with saving Chicago from mass murder, she can’t keep herself from staring at his crotch. Latham, Jack’s otherwise adorable boyfriend, has proposed matrimony at a time when Jack’s hair and makeup haven’t been checked for hours. As if threats of plague weren’t enough, there are galling complexities on the home front. His ultimatum to the city fathers: $2 million, or botulism for your babies. Beyond that, the self-described Chemist is as scary a serial killer as ever followed in the footsteps of Hannibal Lecter. To begin with, the case bears all the marks of a career-breaker. “You’ll be giving hope to the hopeless.” So she signs on. “The people of Chi-Town love you,” says her boss in the face of Jack’s noticeable disenchantment. Maybe that’s why Jack gets the nod in the case of the wacko with the botulism dispenser. Liquor is no quicker than Lieutenant Jacqueline (Jack) Daniels whenever a beset and jittery Chicago needs a lift. One character who is sorely missed is Finn and I hope that he will be back in the next book.Īll in all, an action packed and suspenseful read and I look forward to Jack's next adventure.A vengeful serial killer stirs (and shakes) Jack Daniels to action. Harry is as obnoxious as ever although he does provide some much needed comic relief and Herb's behavior is somewhat disappointing although he does come through for Jack when she needs him.
The fact that he is constantly in danger of being tortured, maimed, stabbed, shot and poisoned as a result of Jack's cases makes it difficult to understand and accept his undying love for her. Jack is an appealing character, but her relationship with Latham is tedious. While the culprit is ultimately someone mentioned within the storyline, the lack of clues makes it virtually impossible for the reader to figure it out for themselves. The nature of the crime is exceedingly disturbing as the idea of someone spreading deadly toxins via the food supply is very realistic as well as terrifying and paranoia inducing. As the death toll rises, Lieutenant Jack Daniels has her hands not only with the investigation but also with the men in her life: her boyfriend, Latham, who wants a commitment, her partner, Herb, who wants a transfer, and even her father who may not be dead after all.Īlthough the bodies do pile up, this installment is not nearly as gruesome as the last, and the information on the various types of poisons is well-researched and fascinating. A brilliant yet sociopathic killer calling himself The Chemist is targeting the people of Chicago by poisoning various food sources around the city.
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