Review of Out for Justice

[Laney K]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Out for Justice" by Vicki M. Taylor.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Out for Justice by Vicki M. Taylor follows the character of Karen Sykes, who is a rookie detective. Her first homicide case is the murder of a four-year-old boy. The boy's parents are distraught, and Karen is driven to prove that she has what it takes to solve the case. She wants justice for the boy and his family. However, nothing is as it seems. A shoeprint connects the boy's murder to a murdered John Doe. Clues begin to stack up, and Karen is sure she is missing something. Will she solve the case?

The characterization was excellent. I was drawn in by seeing how Karen would handle her first murder investigation. Her personal connection to the victim, her younger sister having been murdered as a child, gave her even more of a desire to solve the case. She also wanted to show off to Mike, a handsome crime tech. At first, she thought he was dismissing her and treating her like she knew nothing. However, after being informed that Mike was intrigued by her, she realized that the sparks between the two were undeniable. I thought it was relatable how Karen decided to turn to Cosmo magazine for relationship advice. Who hasn't turned to a magazine or website for some advice at least once?

In addition, I thought that Taylor laid several clues to the killer's identity throughout the book. While I had my suspicions, which turned out to be correct, I enjoyed being able to look back and see the subtle details that pointed to the ending. I feel as though many readers might be caught off guard, which is always fun when reading a murder mystery novel. I also appreciated the look into the evidence processing that was given because of Mike's involvement in the story.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. Given that romance and mystery are two of my favorite genres, I was thoroughly engaged by this book. There was nothing that I disliked about it; I had a hard time putting it down once I started. It was exceptionally well-edited; I did not spot any errors. The book does contain some explicit sexual content, so it is only suitable for mature audiences. If you enjoy murder mysteries with a romantic subplot, then Out for Justice is the perfect choice!

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[Gerry Steen]

Your review makes a good case for reading this book. A homicide case with the victim being a little boy is horrific and grabs the reader's attention. The process of detective work is interesting. The mystery and the clues keep one engaged. The young detective who wants to prove her worth is relatable. The romance adds another level of interest for tthe reader. The book was well-edited and you gave it 5 out of 5 stars. What is there not to like? I am adding this one to my bookshelves.

[Williams Jaden]

Out for Justice by Vicki M. Taylor is a gripping detective novel that follows rookie Karen Sykes on her first homicide case—the heartbreaking murder of a four-year-old boy. Determined to bring justice, Karen uncovers unexpected connections and mounting clues, keeping readers guessing until the very end. A compelling read for crime fiction fans!

[NetMassimo]

This seems like an engaging murder mystery with Karen being at her first murder investigation with some personal emotional complications. The subtle clues about the murderer don't take away the interest. I'm not into romance but the thriller element seems intriguing. Thank you for your great review!

[Kristin Paolantonio]

Your review is great. I enjoy romance and mysteries. I don't care for the sexual scenes so it would be nice to know if it is in one spot easy to skip over or scattered throughout the story? The plot is very intriguing and I, too, love that the writer adds a personal touch with the character regarding her sister's murder, that she wants to prove herself, and finds outthe spark with a man is mutual.

I typically guess what happens in movies, shows, and books, so this would be great if I were to be surprised. Hopefully the clues don't make it too easy for me to figure it out. Looks like a great book!

[Leslie coccia]

Seems like a fun and well written murder mystery. That’s so entertaining when a mystery is written as this one; clues left but nothing major given away even to the reader. Great review!

[Naimah Agboluaje]

Yinz gotta check out dis book, Out for Justice by Vicki M. Taylor. Dis murder mystery got me hooked from da start. Da main character, Karen Sykes, is a rookie detective tryna prove herself on her first case. She's determined to find justice for dis poor kid who got murdered. But things ain't what dey seem, 'n she gotta follow all da clues 'n connections to solve da case. I gotta say, dis book had me guessin' 'n kept me on my toes. Taylor did a great job wit da characters 'n kept me engaged da whole time. I give dis book a solid 5 outta 5 stars. If yinz like murder mysteries wit a side of romance, dis book's fer yinz. Go grab it 'n see fer yaself! Unforgettable journey, filled with surprises and discoveries.

[Joe Alex 2]

The mix of romance and murder mystery in this book sounds intriguing, especially with the protagonist’s personal connection to the case and her desire to prove herself. The suspense, subtle clues, and character development, particularly with Karen’s journey and relationship dynamics, make it seem like a gripping read. The mature content is something to consider, but I’m definitely interested in exploring it. I’ll be adding this one to my reading list.