A suspenseful, emotionally layered mystery where one woman’s favor turns into a dangerous game of betrayal and survival.
 
When Reba Lafferty is released from prison, her wealthy father hires private investigator Kinsey Millhone to keep her out of trouble. But Reba’s past refuses to stay buried — tangled in embezzlement, betrayal, and a dangerous affair that’s about to resurface. As Kinsey gets drawn deeper into Reba’s chaotic world, she discovers that sometimes doing the right thing can come with deadly consequences.
 
In R Is for Ricochet, Sue Grafton delivers a taut, elegant mystery exploring the blurred lines between duty and friendship. Set along the California coast, Kinsey Millhone’s latest case begins as a babysitting job but quickly spirals into something far more perilous.
 
Grafton’s masterful storytelling balances emotional nuance with gripping tension. Through Reba’s recklessness and Kinsey’s empathy, the novel examines redemption, loyalty, and the cost of trust. With witty dialogue, human complexity, and a pulse of danger, R Is for Ricochet shows why Grafton’s detective remains one of fiction’s most enduring heroines.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A gripping, character-rich mystery featuring Kinsey Millhone.
Explores morality, loyalty, and the blurred line between justice and compassion.
Sue Grafton’s signature blend of sharp prose and emotional realism.
Standalone story that fits seamlessly within the Alphabet Series.
A must-read for fans of intelligent, female-driven crime fiction.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of Louise Penny, Sara Paretsky, and Tana French.
Readers who enjoy smart, emotionally grounded detective stories.
Book clubs exploring moral choices in mystery fiction.
Collectors completing the Alphabet Mystery Series.
 
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Indemnity Only by Sara Paretsky — another powerful, character-driven female detective novel.