I just found this series and I was glad that Netgalley had the next installment of Rockton. Watcher in the Woods fills in a lot of the questions I had from the other three books. I hope this isn’t the end of the series as I would like to see the settlement prosper and grow. With the addition of the Doctor I would like to see how this plays out with Casey. I’ve been recommending this series to people who want something a little different than their norm.

I had no idea this was part of a series until various characters appeared and it seemed I should know who they were. Some of them are described immediately and other characters history is picked up on the way. While it can be read as an individual book, it's probably best to start with the series. I found it interesting and fun after a few chapters. A good fantasy, mystery book. Other reviews have written a full "book report" so I would suggest checking reviews and cover for any book details. I would read this author or other books in this series.
I read this book as a complimentary copy from the publisher via Net Galley. The opinions expressed are my own. Thank you for allowing me to read this book.

Received this in exchange for a honest review. Well, I tried...several times to get into this book, and I just could not. To much machismo. I could almost smell the testosterone, guns everywhere (not a problem) but I just could not do it. Sorry Netgalley. I read the snip-it, I guess I will have to be more careful next time

This book was very captivating. I was hooked from the first chapter. Five starts. I enjoyed the characters and the story so very much.

I haven't read the first few books in this series so it took me a while to fully get a handle on the characters and story so I would definitely recommend reading this series in order. A mystery with a unique twist that really didn't keep my interest, it just seemed a little bizarre to me. I received an e-book ( Uncorrected Digital Galley) from NetGalley in return for an unbiased review.

I love this series! Please, don’t ever stop writing these books. Another excellent one.

Thanks Net Galley for the ARC

The idea behind this book was interesting and great concept. I did however, find it hard to connect to the characters, as this was the first book I have read from this series. I would probably recommend starting from the beginning, which I plan on doing soon.

I love Rockton!. This series is one of my favorites and this newest addition to it doesn't disappoint. It had all the complex relationships and stories that the previous ones have. Only this time Casey's sister has come to visit and all kinds of craziness ensues. I can't wait to read what comes next. #Watcher in the Woods #NetGalley

Watcher in the Woods: A Rockton Novel (Casey Duncan Novels Book 4) Kindle Edition
by Kelley Armstrong 
I received an advanced copy via NetGalley and am leaving a fair and honest review

I am an ardent and rabid fan of Ms. Armstrong's Otherworld series. My love of the series stems not from the amazing world building and the struggles and love stories but for her writing!

My first trip to Rockton was no different. I fell in love with the characters, and I fell in love with the town. But most of all I fell in love with the writing.

Starting with the characters, Ms Armstrong's talent shines through dialogue, or in the case of new arrival to Rokcton, Sebastien's monologue:

“If you’re in front of me in the morning coffee line, and there’s one muffin left, I immediately think of all the ways I could get that muffin. Not kill you, of course, but only because it’s unnecessary and excessive. Before I trick you into leaving the line, I must stop and remind myself that you have as much right to that muffin as me. I can be trusted never to hurt you for that last muffin. I cannot, at this point, be trusted not to hurt a roommate who really, really pisses me off.”
As usual, Ms. Armstrong has, in a few sentences, defined what goes on in a character’s head. In this case, a sociopath. Hundreds of pages have been written by psychological thriller writers that haven’t defined it as well. I can’t wait to hear from Sebastien again.  He is that broken boy that young women toss themselves at.
This is not the only case where a character reveals his or her true self in a bit of throw away speech. I can think of half a dozen more!

Casey Duncan is the town's only detective. And Rockton is like no other small town. A sanctuary for those who need it, there are a few more crimes that one would expect to find in such a place. When one of her neighbors is shot in the back, Casey sees no other way to help him than that bring her neurological surgeon sister to the town – under the wire, on the down low, against all the rules. Unfortunately, as with all well laid plans, something goes way asunder! Not only is her sister discovered, but a murder is committed. Not everything is as it seems in the Canadian Yukon.

Casey, like many of Ms. Armstrong's heroines, has a unique outlook. It is from the character's eyes and Ms. Armstrong's brilliance. Ms. Armstrong does what all writers dream of doing. She takes an everyday moment and distills it down into simple text. That simple text is deceiving, because we learn a new way of looking at something or reconsider how we feel. This happens in these few sentences:

“We see others through a window fogged with condensation, catching only a warped and shadowed image and presenting the same. We squint to see through that condensation, but we use our fog, too. We hide behind it. Wiping it away lets us see clearly . . . and lets us be seen clearly.”

Of course, the dog being adorable didn't hurt! Long live Storm!

I'd give this suspenseful, strong, mystery more if I could but I can't so:
5 stars out of 5

https://www.amazon.com/Watcher-Woods-Rockton-Duncan-Novels-ebook/dp/B07D2BXN27

The Book Nerd is packing her bags for a trip to the Yukon and Rockton.

I read a digital copy of this book I received via Netgalley.

While this is the fourth book in the Rockton series, it can stand alone. I had no trouble following characters and events, even references from previous books, which I have not read.

I loved the Yukon as its own character, and the relationships between Casey and other members of the town feel genuine, even when it involves dislike or even hate. Casey's a capable LEO, and a self-rescuing princess.

I would gladly read more of this series.

The one downside, which I have to hope will be fixed in the published version, was the enormous number of typos and other errata. Normally, I might count off mentally for this, but there were so many I had to presume this was truly an Uncorrected Copy. :D

Throughly enjoyed this novel.. For anyone who has dreamed of leaving it all behind and starting anew. Great supporting characters. Complex plot and engaging storyline.

I absolutely love this series--and the books keep getting better. This is one that you have to read in order, so if you haven't read the others, I highly recommend reading those first.
Rockton is in a bit of trouble again--and now with Phil living there and Casey's sister April smuggled in to help save Kenny's life, every one is on edge. Of course there is another murder, and not only do Cassy and Eric need to find out who the murderer is, they need to find out who the man that was murdered is.
This book had me from the first page--and I cannot recommend it enough!

This is an excellent read. It is well written and fast paced. Just when you decide you know who and why, nope you will change your mind. One of those books you just can't put down. Fantastic read and very well written.

Armstrong again brings the story of Rockton. This is a secret place that is exclusive to people who can come up with the entry fee and more than likely need a place to hide. Casey Duncan is the town detective and never seems to run out of murderers to chase down. Sheriff Eric Dalton is a self educated character that has the town's best interests at heart. When these two team together in a person and professional match up the pages keep turning. The characters are well developed but not always are who they appear to be. Read this series in order to envelope the full effect. "A copy of this book was provided by St Martin's Press via Netgalley with no requirements for a review. Comments her are my honest opinion."

Jelly Armstrong’s Watcher in the Woods is a science fiction, should be a cult classic, murder mystery!
It did take me a couple of chapters to become interested, but it should definitely become a cult classic.

This is not a compelling read in the least. The plot seems intriguing at first but I soon discovered that the Interesting plotline was overshadowed by other issues.

There are way TOO MANY characters with little or no backstory which left me confused. There are TOO MANY references to events in previous books; the plot in this book is linked, if not predicated on, former events of which this reader had no knowledge, further contributing to confusion.
There are mechanical and grammatical errors. Word choice is contrived and dialogue is stilted. The characters are one dimensional and flat. I had no desire to muddle further than 30% through, at which point I gave it up...enough time had been wasted.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC In exchange for an honest review.

an interesting story about crimein a place nobody should know about. You can read it without reading the other books in the series. I liked it

This book was definitely different from books that I normally read, but enjoyed it. It has the mystery and suspense that I like, but with a unique twist. Well written and I’ll gladly try other books by this author.

I received "Watcher in the Woods: A Rockton Novel" (Casey Duncan Novels Book 4) for free in exchange for an honest review. I have long been a fan of Kelley Armstrong. I have read her Cainesville series, Nadia Stafford series, and Otherworld series. Rockton is a secret town in Canada where people go to hide-- either from crimes that they have committed, or from danger. There are usually there for a certain length of time. No one knows each other's true identities. Sheriff Eric Dalton is the law. His law enforcement agency totals a staff of 3-- including himself. His girlfriend Casey is the main character and is a detective. There have been several crimes recently. Just when they think things are settling down, someone who says that they are a US Marshall shows up demanding one of the residents--but they don't find out who before he has an unfortunate demise. Casey's estranged sister makes an appearance in this book. To enjoy this book best, I would definitely recommend reading books 1-3 in the series first. I have been highly anticipating the release of this book and was very excited to read it early. I devoured it in days-- not wanting to put it down, but also not wanting to finish it. While this was not my favorite of the series, it is definitely a great read. It is a mystery/thriller with some romance (though I feel it could have a bit more-- like the first 2 books in the series did.) I love the mystery of the different villagers-- not known who they really are in the "real world." Please do yourself a favor and read this series (and definitely her others as well. I would say that the closest to this series is probably the Nadia Stafford one--she is a hit woman.)

Kelly Armstrong is an author I’ve followed since her young adult series were coming out. I was thrilled to see this Darkness series starting Casey, a city cop who moved to the middle of nowhere to a town that is made of people escaping their lives. New names, new identities, and their own law. I would read this series in order although you don’t have to in order to follow this book! The series is fabulous and you’ll know all the characters and dramas if you read them in order, it you start on book 4 I think you may be lost. I absolutely love the concept of Rockton and this series is unique and phenomenal. They don’t end on major cliffhangers which is a nice change of pace. These are thrillers with good storylines. Each one better than the last!