FAST FALLS THE NIGHT by Julia Keller is the sixth book in the Bell Elkins series. This is another book series that I jumped into without reading the previous books in the series. This book can easily be read as a standalone novel.

I heard wonderful things about FAST FALLS THE NIGHT and knew I had to find out for myself what all the hype is about. I found this to be a fast- paced steady read that will keep you on the edge of your seat tethering on the brink of falling into the suspense of the novel. I did read this novel in one sitting which was a long night followed by a book hangover the next day, but it was all worth it! This book has the perfect combination of mystery, suspense, and thrilling not sure what is about to happen on the next page kind of gripping novel that will draw you in and hold your attention until the last printed word at the end of the book.

The characters are tough, with a willingness to push forward and surpass what life has thrown at them regardless of what they have to do to overcome. Their backstories are what helps to push this story over the top. The setting is rural West Virginia which is the exact backdrop a story like this needs in order to mesh the story line and characters together. Keller explains why she wrote this book and what it means to her on a personal level. A story that hits home to many with drugs affecting many areas throughout The United States. After finishing reading this novel, I plan to go back and read the rest of the series. I also look forward to reading more from this author and this book series.