Damage by John Lescroat 394 pages

Abe Glitsky is once again involved in trying to solve a series of heinous murders. The son of an unscrupulous and influential San Francisco family is released on appeal through the California Supreme Court. The district attorney’s office is required to retry Ro for the murder and rape of a former family servant. A few days after Ro’s release, the main witness against him is found murdered and burned beyond recognition. Abe, the DA and the ADA who originally tried Ro are convinced that Ro is responsible but cannot find a judge to issue an arrest warrant. In the meantime, there are more murders and Abe is convinced that Ro is also guilty of these crimes. “Damage” twists through unusual paths widening the focus of the hunt for evidence. As usual, John Lescroat drops hints leading to the final discovery of evidence. Along the way are a few unexpected surprises and insightful peeks at the suffering experienced by the victims or family members left to mourn.