Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swindler’s Revenge is the fifth book in Ellen Butler’s exciting Karina Cardinal Mystery series. Kariba has a knack for getting caught up in a variety of complicated and dangerous cases. Fortunately, by this stage in the series, she’s well-versed in legal procedures and self-defence, and has friends she knows she can turn to. Not that that means she’s in any less danger…

In Swindler’s Revenge, Karina’s ex Mike has been accused of acquiring over a million dollars by some nefarious means. Having parted on (reasonably) good terms, and unconvinced that Mike is guilty, Karina chooses to help Mike evade the FBI until she can work out what really happened.

It’s a real page turner, full of plenty of details and clues to keep the reader engaged. There are some great characters – I have a bit of a soft spot for Rodrigo, who’s always got Karina’s back and who is as (if not more) observant as the trained people at the FBI and Silverthorne.

I’d recommend reading this series from the start, although you can absolutely jump in here if this book particularly appeals to you. Karina develops as a character over the course of the series so it’s good to see that unfolding.

This book gets five stars from me, a great addition to the series! It’s a must-read for anyone who likes snuggling up with a good mystery.

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