I have now read Criss Cross by C.C. Warrens two times. Originally I had the book on KU for a while before I got around to reading it. When I finally had a chance to get to it, lets just say, I could hardly put it down. I had regretted not getting to it sooner. This book has wonderful suspense, but there was also humor and witty dialogue, which really helped keep the book from being too intense at times. Yes, I laughed out loud multiple times.
Holly has been on her own, running from danger in her past, danger that seems to have caught up with her. We quickly meet Detective Marx toward the beginning of the book when she is attacked in the park. We discover her distrust in cops and learn that she trusts barely anyone and would very much prefer that they keep their distance. We do see that she has one neighbor who is a friend, though there is much Holly doesn't share with her.
I like the way the author unraveled the mystery around Holly's past. A past that she only partially remembered due to her suppression of her early life due to some sort of horror. I also loved seeing her relationships with her acquaintances evolve.
I do wish Holly wasn't so stubborn at times. It's like, come on, there is a killer out to get you, please listen to the professionals who are trying to protect you. Sigh.
I had a feeling the book would end on a cliffhanger, so I was prepared for that and couldn't wait to start book 2.
After my reread I have to say I am still in love with these books and these characters. I zinged through this first book a day faster than the first time. I had forgotten some details, but was surprised with how much I had remembered. I'm rereading the series in anticipation of the newest book releasing this spring.
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