Jane gets a call from her boss that she needs to go the island of Acadia. There has been a fire in one of the homes, and he needs her to check it out for the insurance policy. Jane never thought that by going to this island would she find the burned body of the homeowner, Mrs. Kohl. Jane takes pictures of everything that she can. As Jane tries to learn more about the events leading to the fire, she learns the main business on this island is lobsters, and Mrs. Kohl had a huge hand in the lobster business. Turns out, all of the people that work in this business are convicted felons. They are allowed to work on the island and everything is paid for. The regulars that live on this island are not happy at all about all of these felons living in their town.

Jane has a few suspects in mind, although many of them don't lead too far. The more information she uncovers, the more danger Jane finds herself in. Will she be another victim?

Linda Greenlaw writes a very interesting mystery in SHIVER HITCH. Have to say, I didn't see the ending of this one coming. Greenlaw's novel is very well written. I was amazed at her knowledge of ships and enjoyed her description of the land and the sea.

Jane Bunker is a wonderful character to follow. I can't wait to read another mystery novel with her as the main detective. I was also kind of surprised that there really was no romance in this book. Which was ok with me? I think there could be a romance coming with her and the sheriff, maybe in the next book. I also would like to see how she is handling her brother Wally coming to live with her and how much Mr. and Mrs. Vickereson plays in her life. Another great mystery if you like them. I used to read mostly romance, but find that mystery is slowly becoming my favorite genre to read.

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