WHEN THE THRILL IS GONE

There’s a calm confidence in Mirron Willis’s narration of Mosley’s latest mystery. Although the plot is not as riveting those in some of his prior efforts, Mosley remains a superb wordsmith who creates dialogue that seems designed for Willis. The plot focuses on P.I. Leonid McGill, who is hired by Chrystal Tyler, ostensibly to determine whether her rich husband is having an affair and plans to kill her. Once McGill determines that the wife is lying, the story takes off. As with other Mosley books, there are numerous subplots, which not only demonstrate his keen insight into human nature but also serve as opportunities for Willis to display his ability to define characters with a clear, measured cadence. D.J.S. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2011]