As Lucy Stone mysteries go, I actually feel like this one caught its footing better than any to this point. It kept me guessing right up to the reveal and Lucy's family annoyed me far less than they have in the past. I thought the dynamic of a group of women was spit on (at least in my personal experience) and I loved the neighborhood drama aspect. I did have suspicions about one of the minor storylines that I was afraid was setting up to play out in a particular way (vague in an effort to avoid any spoilers), but it ended up going in another direction and I was relieved to be incorrect. I can truthfully say that I am looking forward to Lucy's next adventure as I feel like Lucy is finally locking in on her voice. Lucky (book) 13!