El Ultimo Detective/the Last Detective

from plunkinberry

Great read! Kind of uncomfortable in places, but realistically so. Ben is kidnapped and Elvis must get him back, as much for himself as for Luce and Ben. Somewhat predictable and expected but still good. I like how Elvis & Joe are both human with failings and weaknesses. Somewhat confused about t...

from MichaelDeavers

A gripping read This was a fast paced thriller that is sure to be one of Robert Crais' best books. It grabbed my senses from the very beginning and didn't let up until I finished reading the exciting ending. I think that it is probably one of the darkest books in the series, and it is fascinating...

from AliceAnna

Very good compelling plot -- his main characters are well drawn. Even his villains seem fairly well fleshed out. Strong women characters too. I didn't like seeing Pike vulnerable but that was part of creating believable characters. More back story on Elvis as well.

from jrtanworth

Elvis Cole, Joe Pike, and the bad guys keep the action moving from the first page to the last. Too bad that Elvis and Joe can't figure out the mystery before the reader can. Otherwise, a good thriller, with Elvis and Joe a little less perfect than usual, and up against a formidable team of nasties.

from lamour

Elvis Cole is babysitting his girlfriend, Lucy's son Ben. Ben suddenly disappears from Cole's back yard and the abduction is by someone very good at hiding their presence. Lucy's EX makes a big deal out how his son was put in danger by her dating PI Cole as he has always disliked the man who caus...