Shadow of the Solstice

A Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito Novel

De: Anne Hillerman

Narrado por: Jessica Matten

“Anne Hillerman deserves recognition as one of the finest mystery authors currently working in the genre.”—New York Journal of Books

In this gripping chapter in New York Times bestselling author Anne Hillerman’s Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito series, the detectives must sort out a save-the-planet meditation group connected to a mysterious death and a nefarious scheme targeting vulnerable indigenous people living with addiction.

The Navajo Nation police are on high alert when a U.S. Cabinet Secretary schedules an unprecedented trip to the little Navajo town of Shiprock, New Mexico. The visit coincides with a plan to resume uranium mining along the Navajo Nation border. Tensions around the official’s arrival escalate when the body of a stranger is found in an area restricted for the disposal of radioactive uranium waste. Is it coincidence that a cult with a propensity for violence arrives at a private camp group outside Shiprock the same week to celebrate the summer solstice? When the outsiders’ erratic behavior makes their Navajo hosts uneasy, Officer Bernadette Manuelito is assigned to monitor the situation. She finds a young boy at grave risk, abused women, and other shocking discoveries that plunge her and Lt. Jim Chee into a volatile and deadly situation.

Meanwhile, Darleen Manuelito, Bernie’s high spirited younger sister, learns one of her home health clients is gone–and the woman’s daughter doesn’t seem to care. Darleen’s curiosity and sense of duty combine to lead her to discover that the client’s grandson is also missing and that the two have become ensnared in a wickedly complex scheme exploiting indigenous people. Darleen’s information meshes with a case Chee has begun to solve that deals with the evil underside of human nature.

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Well done!!

The story is relevant to what is happening today and so well done and read. Can't wait for the next one! Loved it.

Background narrative, included

The story telling is engaging but the additional history background makes it a enthralling read.

Excellent Story Teller

The author brings out the ecological and Indian issues that have been hidden for years!

Intriguing story line

I really enjoyed this novel because of the authenticity of the story, the Navaho characters and how three stories were woven into one “can’t wait to listen” experience. Looking forward to my next Anne Hillerman book.

Real Issues with excellent narration

The author steadily gets better with each new novel. Though the 2 plots did not overlap they were still interesting narratives of real issues. Best narration so far of any of her books.