Random murders are occurring throughout New Orleans with an aerosol can of Chill left at the crime scenes. Could it be a signature for a gang initiation? Could they have been killed just to get rid of them, or as a diversionary tactic for something else? The city is full of people at the height of Mardi Gras with surveillance cameras and cops everywhere, but no one has seen anything unusual in a city known for its bizarre and crazy people. Clues are few as the cops follow every rumor and small lead.

Ex-Detroit cop Quentin Archer joined the New Orleans police force following the death of his wife, who lost her life because of his inquiry into dirty cops in Detroit. Archer was responsible for the convictions of both his brothers, but one escaped, so he can never let his guard down. He's always looking over his shoulder and taking precautions, even as he investigates these mysterious murders. As he delves deeper into the victims' lives and their associates, the killings don't seem as random as they thought. With the help of the beautifully exotic voodoo queen Solange Cordray, a scandalous conspiracy starts to unfold. Can Archer apprehend the vicious killer before another murder occurs?

In THRILL KILL, Don Bruns brings back indomitable cop Quentin Archer and voodoo queen Solange Cordray for another thrilling foray into the eccentric and fascinating world of New Orleans. I enjoyed his descriptive prose, especially of the Mardi Gras crowds and the nightlife, which makes for a swift and entertaining reading experience. Archer and Solange carry on a "will they, won't they" relationship that's mutually respectful, adding a nice bit of sexual tension to the story. I can't wait to see where this will lead in the next installment of this engaging and exciting series.