"K" is for Killer is the eleventh novel in a detective mystery series authored by Sue Grafton. Each novel can be read as a standalone novel. However there are ongoing references to a cast of characters that has made the series in order more enjoyable to me. This particular novel is probably my favorite thus far. Up until now, I felt that "D" was my favorite. I have enjoyed all of them.
Although I was intrigued by the mystery aspect of this story, it is the author's writing style that interests me the most. She spends a good deal,of time describing scenery. She also makes use of very interesting metaphors. Then there is the ongoing inner dialogue of her protagonist, Kinsey Millhone. Thus I enjoy these novels even when the mystery is secondary to me.
I recently read a novel by Ross Macdonald, "The Moving Target". That novel is set in the fictional town of Sante Teresa, California innthe 1940s. These novels by Sue Grafton are also set in Sante Teresa, California. The style of Sue Grafton in regard to scenery and metaphor reminds me of Ross Macdonald and "The Moving Target". Ross Macdonald is definitely more Noir, but I find definite stylistic similarities.
In summary, I completely enjoyed this novel. I always take a break between novels of the same author. In a month or two, I look forward to reading the "L" novel. Thank You for taking the time to read this review.
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