I was a huge fan of Netflix’s Longmire series. Having watched this contemporary western gave me instant recognition of the novel’s characters. Craig Johnson’s The Cold Dish: A Longmire Mystery was a joy to read.
Walt Longmire is sheriff of Absaroka County, Wyoming. He learns that the body of a young man has been found, dead of a rifle bullet, apparently shot from long distance. The victim is a young man, one of four boys who were tried for raping Melissa Little Bird, a niece of Walt’s friend, Henry Standing Bear. Even though the boys were found guilty, the judge gave them limited sentences in juvenile facilities.
A second boy is shot and killed and the need to find the killer increases. Walt’s deputy, Victoria (Vic) becomes involved as they not only try to solve these murders, but attempt to stop any more attacks on the boys.
The Cold Dish is an absorbing read. I love Craig Johnson’s easy-going narrative and the plot was intricate enough to keep me guessing. I’m looking forward to reading more of the Longmire Mystery series.
I too, fell in love with the Longmire series. Only after, did I decide to read Craig Johnson’s books where I quickly discovered Craig Johnson is a great writer, which helps explain the quality TV series. I’ve read numerous books and look forward to reading this one. Thanks for sharing.
We watched the entire series…twice! Good seeing you the other day. Thanks for your comment.
Have to get that one. Thanks for the review!
I think it’s the first one in the series, Irene. It’s so much fun to be able to “picture” the different characters after having watched the series on TV.