If Robert Dugoni wrote it I am reading it - I look forward to each book and One Last Kill held my attention just as all the previous installments in the Tracy Crosswhite series. In this cold case investigation I have to wonder just how much crap she is willing to take and how the game playing and pettiness is becoming more than a distraction - but it is an honest look at what can happen when personalities clash in the workplace and Dugoni gets the politics just right. A strong police procedural that doesn’t turn away from how things get “handled” and twisted to fit the storyline while protecting the evil, powerful and “dirty” hierarchy.

I look forward to Dugoni’s next book about anything and while I am waiting I am going to reread “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell” and after that “The Wold Played Chess”. Thanks once again to Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for a copy of “One Last Kill”.

This is the second book in the Detective Tracy Crosswhite series I've read so far. I received a copy from Thomas & Mercer via Netgalley. It came out on the 3rd of October.

Detective Tracy Crosswhite is working cold cases. She is ordered from higher up to open the investigation into Seattle's Route 99 serial killer. This killer made 13 victims but suddenly stopped almost three decades ago. Now Detective Crosswhite needs to work together with her nemesis who worked this case three decades ago. Will she be able to solve this case, something that couldn't be done back then? Not getting any support from her higher ups and her nemesis, she has to work tirelessly to bring this case to an end.

Just like The previous book this one was also a fast-paced thriller. The dynamic between characters was really interesting and actually made for this book to work. The story itself is also well thought of and it's also something I enjoy because I like to read and watch about cold cases. Overall, this book was quite entertaining and a perfect follow up to the previous one.

4,5/5 ⭐

I enjoyed this book and cannot wait for the next installment!
We begin with Detective Crosswhite being assigned to rework the still open case of the ‘Seattle Route 99’
killer, a decades old case with 13 victims- not exactly closed, but absolutely cold- and her partner on this
mess is not one of favorite people; it’s (now) Captain Johnny Nolasco.
(Side note: Because I’m.new to this series everything was new to me and the Author did an outstanding job
of bringing in parts of the backstory as needed while keeping the story in modules based on past and current
events. The story is narrated in past and current with mostly the same main players, which flows well)
While this was a massive embarrassment to the Seattle Police Department, Chief Weber was given a gift
because more precise and far more advanced DNA processes were possibly going to make headway in
clearing the murders of 13 women. When Captain Nolasco and Detective Crosswhite work to come to a
tentatively amicable working relationship, forces of evil are at work putting up roadblocks and planting
obstacles meant to discourage and hinder their efforts to solve these murders.
To avoid any spoilers, I’m going to say that this book had some pretty accurate descriptions and scenarios of
things that go on in certain situations. And, it’s not out of the realm of probability that the eventual outcome
was inevitable. The book is so well set and written that I ended up reading it more quickly than the budgeted
time, and thought about it overnight-to my mind, and remembering it is fiction, I enjoyed it fully, and cannot wait,
and hope there will be another installment forthcoming.
I recommend this book to everyone who enjoys Police thriller suspense or complicated whodunnit and
readers who enjoys series books. If you’re from the Seattle, Washington area, you will enjoy all of the references
as well.
My thanks to Thomas & Mercer via NetGalley, for providing the download copy of this book in exchange for
my honest review.

Tracy Crosswhite is now in charge of cold cases for the Seattle Police Department. Her task is to find the face behind the Route 99 serial killer. The 25th anniversary of the killings is coming up and victims’ family members are desperate for answers. Only problem? She has to team up with her old captain, Johnny Nolasco. Will they discover the killer?

I love the pace of these books and find myself hooked from the beginning. I found this series a few years ago on kindle unlimited and have been a Robert Dugoni fan ever since!

Thank you Net Galley, Thomas & Mercer, and Robert Dugoni for the ARC!

Tracy Crosswhite is back and how and this time with her arch nemesis Captain Nolasco as a partner. The small thread that popped up with Del in the Last Line (Tracy Crosswhite #8.5) and then continued to a central plot in What She Found (Tracy Crosswhite #9) finds its closure in this, One Last Kill, book #10 in the Tracy Crosswhite series.

Robert Dugoni is a master craftsman, each of the books in this series has been a revelation by itself. Except for a couple, I wouldn’t say that his works are the pulse pounding adrenaline kicking thrillers, they are all about the dogged police work, inquiries, checks and setbacks, and false trials, the emotions that these police officers are forced to face day in day out, the politics the corruption, the coverups, you get a lot more than you bargained for in Dugoni’s writing.

At first glance the basic plotline is simple, the cold case of a serial killer who stopped killing after strangling 13 women 25 years back. Captain Nolasco was the leading investigator of the task force that was formed then and is currently forced by Chief Weber to join forces and work alongside Tracy. I’m mighty glad that the author explored the dynamics of Nolasco and Tracy in this story, as the readers are given glimpses of the man and not the reptile that Captain Nolasco is, whom we have always seen as this instigator out for Tracy's blood for no fault of hers. The humanized version of Nolasco was portrayed admirably as a man seeking justice for the victims however long it takes.

I'm reiterating once again that I absolutely love the exploration of the relationship between the detectives and how Del and Faz are available at the right moments for Tracy to get going though I have started missing Kins. Here’s me hoping the next book has Tracy working together with Kins again and please get Moss and Weber to pay for all their wrongs, I can't stand them anymore. . the ending as expected was rooted in reality with Tracy having to agree to win some and lose some.

One Last Kill can be read as a stand alone, but as I always say the series is best read in order to understand Tracy and the family she has formed around her.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Thomas & Mercer, and the author for a chance to read and review this book. All opinions are expressed voluntarily.

The remarkably successful police detective, Tracy Crosswhite finds herself once again balancing her investigative skills against the political games being played by the chief of police and the Seattle city mayor. Crosswhite, who is in charge of cold cases, is assigned to investigate a series of cold case killings never resolved and which are now some 25 years old, a difficult if not impossible task.
Fighting intense and even hostile pressure from within the police department and the Mayor's office, Crosswhite never takes her focus off the goal of identifying and arresting the perpetrator. Crosswhite's single-minded focus on determining the truth is challenged like never before. I could not put this book down and cannot wait until the next Crosswhite book. Robert Dugoni is one of the best writers out there, which he's proven once again!

I received an ARC for free, but leave my honest opinion voluntarily.

4 Stars
One Liner: A solid read

Chief Webber asks Tracy Crosswhite to reopen the Seattle’s Route 99 serial killer case. Tracy is expected to bring closure to the thirteen victims’ families almost twenty-five years later. When she has to work with Johnny Nolasco, Tracy knows it will be an uphill battle.
Nolasco was the lead detective working on the case back then, and somehow, he and Tracy manage to work together in the present time. However, Tracy follows her intuition, which yet again leads her to high-level corruption, cover-ups, and people in power who will do anything to prevent the news from coming out. Still, Tracy will not give up without a fight, especially when the killer strikes again.
The story comes in Tracy’s third-person POV, with a few chapters in the past timeline from Nolasco’s POV.

My Thoughts:
I haven’t read books 1 to 8 in the series but enjoyed the ninth installment. I even read #8.5, The Last Line (short story), which ties up with #9. This helped get a better picture of the context, as there are quite a few references to both in this one.
Tracy solves cold cases (by reopening the investigation and through DNA comparison). After being successful in three such cases, Chief Webber assigns her to another serial killer case. Tracy is a smart, capable, and efficient detective. She is thorough and knows when to follow her hunches.
Though this one doesn’t have much of Del and Faz, they do appear from time to time. Nolasco has a major role, given he was the chief of the investigation back then. I don’t know much about his animosity with Tracy, though there are enough hints to get an idea. Providing his POV from the past helped me consider things from his perspective. This made it easier to understand his actions and motivations.
The pacing is steady, neither slow nor fast. It may seem like not much happens in the first 50-60%, but that’s the thing with reopening cold cases. There is already enough information to go through before finding more. I like how Tracy uses different bits of information and various perspectives to bring everything together. Be it DNA advancement and profiling, she doesn’t ignore things that don’t align with her ideas. Instead, she thinks about how these perspectives can help her solve the case.
I’m waiting for Webber to get her due. Looks like I need to wait longer, and more names are being added to this list. Realistic endings are good, but I don’t mind if a touch of it is compromised to make the readers happy (we know it is not likely to happen in the real world; why not give us the satisfaction on-page). Still, I’m hopeful that justice will be served, one way or another. There will be more books in the series, so we’ll get to it (hopefully).
This should read well as a standalone. However, it will work better if you read at least the previous installment. Even the author calls books 8.5, 9, and 10 a sort of trilogy within the series.

To summarize, One Last Kill is a solid police procedural with relatively less action but a lot of problem-solving. There are enough twists to engage the reader. Looking forward to the next case!
Thank you, NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.

Great book with amazing characters. I LOVED seeing back into Nolasco and what could be a contributing factor into why he was the way he was.
I think Tracey is such an amazing character - she is smart and capable but never obnoxious or obvious.
Robert Dugoni's mysteries are so simple to follow, and always hard to solve as you're reading, but they always fit together and are never far fetched.
Loved this book!

I enjoyed this book, but it wasn't my favourite. It had a good and thrilling storyline, but sometimes it was just a bit tedious.

I love this series! This installment was interesting, as Tracy was paired up with her nemesis Nolasco to continue the investigation of the Route 99 killer. We see a totally different side of a normally hated character and get some insight to his prickly demeanor.

I hope this series continues, because even though police/detective books aren't my favorite genre, I adore Tracy, her family and friends. I already can't wait for the next one!

If you haven’t been reading Robert Dugoni then you’ve been missing out, big time! And while he’s done a number of series the Tracy Crosswhite series is the first one I read and remains my favorite. One Last Kill is the 10th book and a worthy addition the series. As with all the books in the series it can certainly be read as a standalone, but there are some references to previous books and I also think you’ll appreciate it all the more if you’ve witnessed the growth of Crosswhite over the years. In One Last Kill Tracey is reopening an old cold case centered around the Route 99 killer, who terrorized Seattle in the 90s with a series of murders and then just disappeared. As with all the books in the series, the story is wonderfully complex and intensely gripping. And I loved the interaction between Crosswhite and Nolasco. I’d like to thank Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an eARC of One Last Kill.

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Intriguing and gripping, this book by my favorite detective author delivers all the thrills a true mystery enthusiast craves. The seamless blend of past and present timelines keeps readers on the edge of their seats, unraveling a compelling narrative that delves into intricate interior conflicts at work and family dramas.

The author skillfully weaves a tale where power, politics, and human nature collide, leaving readers utterly captivated. With a keen eye for detail, the author brings the characters to life, making them relatable and believable. The exploration of political power adds an extra layer of depth to the story, highlighting the complexities of the human psyche and the lengths people will go to attain and maintain control.

I was thoroughly engrossed from start to finish, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist and revelation. The skillful storytelling creates a perfect balance between suspense and emotional depth, making it a truly immersive experience. As the final pages turned, I found myself both satisfied and hungry for more, eagerly anticipating the next installment in this thrilling series.

A must-read for anyone who appreciates a masterfully crafted thriller, this book not only entertains but also challenges the reader to reflect on the intricate web of power, morality, and the choices we make. Bravo to the author for delivering yet another captivating tale, leaving readers like me eagerly waiting for the next chapter in this mesmerizing detective saga.

Look, man. I am ready for Johnny Nolasco to be 'dealt with', if you know what I am saying. By the end, though, I like the tide might turn on ole captain. I'm not sure I like Tracy working Cold Cases, but she sees what others don't. I'd LOVE it if she moved from the local PD, but I'm also ready for her to not have to deal with Captain anymore.

This story was OK. Both classic Dugoni and also...a little slow moving. The twist was eh, but it works. I'm looking forward to Weber digging her own grave, esp now that Nolasco knows they're not besties anymore.

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The Tracy Crosswhite series is always a favorite. I can't wait for each book and savor every minute reading. While I appreciate her camaraderie and support with her old team and other co-workers, she also has some enemies. Because she knows about their corruption. And they are up the chain of command from her.

Tracy is now in cold cases where they have tried to sideline her. Hahaha they can try. So Chief Weber has found out that a newspaper is going to run articles on a serial killer case with 13 victims from 25 years ago which was never solved. Her captain, Johnny Nolasco, was head of the task force. He has tried to sideline Tracy or put her down or get rid of her ever since she beat his shooting record as a trainee.

Now Weber has assigned Tracy with no resources to solve a 25 year old case. Tracy knows she is being setup for failure and to take the blame rather than the department. Tracy makes a case for more resources and is assigned Nolasco as a partner for the case. Nolasco thinks Tracy is the Chief's favorite which is so far from the truth it's hilarious.

I've said before and will again, Tracy is a far better person than I am, and she's also the best detective. She, along with Nolasco, work the case and learn a great deal about each other. Their interactions and partnership are the foundation of One Last Kill. It's a character study not to be missed.

The working of the case is smart and detailed. Tracy makes the right calls and deductions. She also has the right instincts about when to publicize information or do press releases, not that they listen to her. There were some exciting moments with bombshell information or capturing suspects.

The last few books have had the cases solved. However, many of those in the police who are corrupt continue to get away with their crimes which is disappointing. They know Tracy has them tagged but just can't prove their crimes. Tracy had to stop from telling the whole truth about the motivation for the serial killer to protect innocent people from being hurt.

This is the 10th book in the Tracy Crosswhite series and is as engrossing as the previous books. She's once again on the trail of a serial killer in a cold case.

Description:
Tracy Crosswhite is reopening the investigation into Seattle’s Route 99 serial killer. After thirteen victims, he stopped hunting and the trail went cold, stirring public outrage. Now, nearly three decades after his first kill, Tracy is expected to finally bring closure to the victims’ families and redeem the Seattle PD’s reputation. Even if it means working with her nemesis, Captain Johnny Nolasco.

Lead detective of the original task force, Nolasco dares Tracy to do what he failed to: close the case. Forming an uneasy alliance, Tracy and Nolasco revisit old leads and pursue new evidence only to unearth high-level corruption and cover-ups as dangerous as the elusive killer himself. At the risk of being exposed, such deadly and powerful forces will go to extremes to stay in the shadows.

That’s just where Tracy and Nolasco are headed—to find the twisted truth behind a killer’s motives, his disappearance, and his chilling comeback.

My Thoughts:
I'm a Tracy Crosswhite fan (and, of course, a Robert Dugoni fan)! I've followed this series from the start and I don't think I've missed any of the books. Tracy delves into corruption in her own department with a fearlessness that is admirable, no matter the cost to herself. This book can easily be read as a stand-alone, but it's always nice to have the history from earlier books to get the complete picture. Dugoni puts forward a good plot and I enjoyed it. The Crosswhite series are great police procedurals and I would recommend to anyone who enjoys this type of book.

Thanks to Thomas & Mercer through Netgalley for an advance copy. Publication date is October 3, 2023.

Fans of the authors will not be disappointed with this latest offering in the series of Detective Tracy Crosswhite. I’ve been following along through all the releases, of which this is the 10th in the series. Tracy is determined to find the serial killer of the Seattle Route 99 murders. After 13 victims his trail went cold, but now he’s back and at the top of her cold case pile with her boss pushing her to get resolution for the victims families.

As the novel progresses many of her old cohorts are brought in from the former team she worked on, it’s good to hear about some of these characters from previous installments in the series.

This moves along at a good pace and will satisfy Dugoni’s fans for thriller/police procedurals. I was awarded an e-ARC for my reading pleasure by the publisher through NetGalley, I am happy to give a good recommendation for this work. Get your copy today, on sale now at your favorite retailer.

Robert Dugoni is one of my must-read authors, and I was happy to get an early copy of One Last Kill (Tracy Crosswhite #10) to review. I loved it, and as seems to be my habit recently, I will now back up and read the first nine in this series! As Dugoni writes in the author's notes at the end, One Last Kill is the last in a trilogy within the series, but is absolutely terrific as a stand-alone.

The book realistically portrays the emotional response detectives have when a case goes cold without finding the murderer, and the politics that take place behind the scenes at all levels. The relationship between Crosswhite and Nolasco added an element to the story that was interesting, seeing how their mutual disike turned into a grudging respect for each other's work.

As in any good detective novel, I did not figure out the resolution, though it made sense with the evidence laid out. I also appreciate the realism of political pressure and that not all ends were completely neatly tied off--I think that happens more often than not in the real world.

Thank you to Netgalley and Thomas & Mercer for the digital ARC of One Last Kill by Robert Dugoni. The opinions in this review are my own.

As usual, Robert Dugoni provides a riveting mystery, and I enjoyed the past and present scenes during the investigations of a several murders. I love Tracy so It’s a bit aggravating to see that others try to inhibit her work or treat her badly, just because she’s such a consummate professional and investigator and doesn’t back down.

Del and Faz are seen intermittently in this story and it was interesting to know that Faz was on the initial investigation many years ago and yet Tracy has to almost meet in secret to speak to him to gain information. Nolasco is understandably upset on not being able to clear the initial investigation and is not happy that Tracy has been tasked to work on the cold case.

As Tracy works diligently on the cold cases, she tries to balance her home life with Dan and Daniella. I truly enjoyed when Dan came back into her life, and they are very supportive of each other and their careers.

This was an intriguing story and difficult to put down. I always look forward to new work by Mr. Dugoni.

Thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this new work.

Detective Tracy Crosswhite has just returned from vacation when she is ordered, by the police chief, to reopen the Route 99 serial killer cold case from years ago. The media is planning to remind citizens that this killer was never caught by Seattle P.D. Tracy is persistent in her investigations and will have unexpected assistance from Captain Johnny Nolasco. Although they have never gotten along, he has been ordered to assist her. Will they be able to find a killer from so many years ago, one who was no longer active? While going back over the evidence from the files, a fire at the home of a former fire investigator catches her attention. Could this lead to a new line of questioning? Tracy will not give up, even when her life is in danger, but can she count on her partner to have her back? I so enjoy Tracy’s character…a dedicated detective, a wife and mother who investigates murders so that families might find some peace and closure. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (paytonpuppy)

I read an Advanced Readers Copy of One Last Kill thanks to Netgalley and Amazon Publishing. Tracy Crosswhite has become Robert Dugoni's signature character and series. She had a small role in one of his David Sloane legal thriller novels, and then became the basis for his first police procedural novel. Since then, Tracy has been at the center of ten novels, plus a novela of her time in the police academy. The books have generally been stand-alone, but with character development and ongoing relationships building over time. One Last Kill is very much an exception to this, in that this is the third in a sort of trilogy of related stories, including a short piece Dugoni wrote, called The last Line. In many ways,

The book is well written, captivating, and gets us closer to resolving the ultimate conflict setup in the last book, while leaving space for book 11. The best part of the book is how Tracy and Nolasco are forced to overcome their long-standing antagonism. It's just a page turner, and people will love it. I don't think it is the starting point for people new to her, for that, go back to My Sister's Grave and work forward. It's worth it.