At first when I read that Hawk was in South America, I was so disappointed... I love Spenser and Hawk's rhythm with each other. However, I was quickly surprised with how much I loved Spenser working with Vinnie Morris (in Elvis sunglasses even!). A tale of Spenser trying to right a wrong for a friend regarding stolen artwork (and the museum has a wonderful cast of characters with Large Marj and Topper). Spenser dips back into history with questionable contacts to retrieve the artwork... all along with Susan providing support along the way. A great book to curl up with on a rainy afternoon. Highly recommended.

Spenser's 46th outing in novel form sees him chasing a priceless painting which was stolen 20 years ago in a famous heist at the Gardner museum.

Spenser is on the trail and willing to do whatever it takes to finish the job and honor the last wishes of a friend. There's also a 5 million dollar reward, and he's up against everyone to see the assignment through.

There aren't so many things in life which are guaranteed to deliver. Spenser, even on this 46th (!!!) installment, really does. I love his mouthy attitude, his honor and his style. Pure 100% unadulterated entertainment. I love Spenser. I admit trepidation when Ace Atkins took over the series, but they're really wonderful (this is the 7th book by my count since R.B.Parker passed away in 2010).

Due out 1 May, 2018 from Penguin - Putnam. 320 pages, available in ebook, hardcover and audio- formats.

Five stars. I devoured this in one sitting.

Thank you Penguin Group PUTNAM for the advanced copy. The Spenser series has always been one of my favorites. As always, it was a fun, easy read - I finished it in a few hours.