However, proving that is quite a different matter, as she is very clever and confuses matters by accusing Peter of inappropriate behavior. The investigation is well detailed and logically drawn out. There are a few red herrings, but the reader is never really sure what conclusion to draw until the very end. Peter's family is drawn into this book a bit more than in some of the others. Both Rina and his stepson also do their bit.
Decker is a flawed man, prone to temper outbursts and pigheadedness.
Sometimes when he gets chauvinistic with Rina, you want to smack him. But his heart is in the right place, and he constantly struggles with the demands of the job and having time for his family. As in the other books, there are many interesting revelations about Orthodox Judaism which add another dimension to the book. I enjoyed the book and recommend it. Reviews of Faye Kellerman books on EIBR Title Reviewer Jupiter's Bones Linda Setzer Justice Linda Setzer Justice Maddy Van Hertbruggen Prayers for the Dead Maddy Van Hertbruggen Serpent's Tooth Carl Brookins Serpent's Tooth Carolyn Freeman Serpent's Tooth Maddy Van Hertbruggen Home Index Guidelines FAQ Feedback For questions or comments about a review, please contact the person listed at the top of the review.