Jonetta's Reviews > Murder on Bank Street

Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy promised Sarah Brandt, a nurse and midwife, that he’d investigate the 4-year old murder of her husband, Tom. He’s secretly working with her father, Felix Decker, to use other resources to help him since he expects that time is running out for him to be able to devote his full time to the case. Frank’s honed in on three suspects as the probable killer and is closing in.

I loved this story as the complete focus was on Frank, Sarah and her newly formed family and friends. Frank and the Pinkerton Agency resources methodically investigated the suspects and it was interesting to compare their police procedurals with modern-day techniques. Their class limitations are still hard to believe but are accurate for the era. I enjoyed every aspect, including the mystery and the special relationships formed between Sarah, Mrs. Ellsworth, Catherine and Maeve who plays a key role. And I especially liked Frank’s relationship with all of them as they’ve already formed their own version of a family.

This is my most favorite in the series to date and I’m glad the mystery of Tom Brandt’s murder is over and solved. It was a fitting conclusion and it feels like that final chapter is closed and the new one will feature big changes for Sarah and Frank. Loving this series!