Jack Taylor’s journey through a violent, alcohol fueled and oddly hopeful life continues in Bruen’s latest installment, Galway Girl. This book has all you’ve come to expect from this series, Jack is still attracting violence, seemingly through no fault of his own, but then again, he meets it with a violence of his own brand ensuring the cycle will continue. The writing is crisp, there continue to be surprises and as in all Bruen’s books, nobody’s safe. I’m looking forward to the next installment, thank you to NetGalley and Grove Atlantic/Mysterious Press for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

Another classic Jack Taylor book. They are all the same and all enjoyable. Bruen combines Irish wit, shoutouts to other authors, current events, music references, and the usual Taylor hijinks. Always an enjoyable read.