I think this is the first book I've read by this author. I do not recall reading book 1 of the series. This book can be read as a stand alone though there are some relationships on the police force where the actions might be better understood if I'd read the first book.

It was interesting having some scenes from the POV of the killer.

Karen Heath doesn't seem to comprehend (or care) that her bosses aren't supporting her.

I kept finding myself forgetting what had happened previously and having to re-figure out who certain characters were. ( )