Poisoned Ground (Rachel Goddard Mysteries)
In her sixth series appearance, Virginia veterinarian Rachel Goddard is one of the Mason County folks who oppose the Packard Company buying up land to build a fancy resort. When two of the project’s staunchest opponents are murdered on their farm, Rachel’s husband, Sheriff Tom Bridger, investigates. Did a greedy neighbor off the aging hippies in order to make sure the land deal went through? Or did one of the victims’ children need money so badly that they decided to accelerate their inheritance? Could the couple’s underground medical-marijuana exchange have angered some local drug dealers? Rachel is a likable amateur sleuth who displays genuine affection for her neighbors and the animals she treats. Readers will enjoy seeing series regulars appear throughout the story and appreciate a peek at how Rachel and Tom are getting along as newlyweds. A satisfying series addition. --Karen Keefe--This text refers to theHardcoveredition.