Shadow Man

Just finished this one for a library mystery fiction discussion group. I hadn't read any of the Charlie Moon mysteries previously, but I liked this one -- quirky characters, with genuine senses of humor, and a mystery that, while not top-notch, was still relatively satisfying. I guess I was expecting one of those oh-so-serious Native American mysteries, so I was pleasantly surprised to find this one filled with so much humor and light-heartedness. I'd recommend this one!

Enjoyable series. I think the whole series averages out to a four star review. Less serious than Tony Hillerman, more so than Carl Hiaasen. The locale, as with most of these Southwestern mystery novels, is a real part of the draw! If Daisy Perika's old homestead were real and being offered to me, I would be packing my bags instead of pecking away at this computer.

The characters are likeable, the stories interesting (especially the first ten or so) if occasionally a liitle over the top. Mr. Doss includes just a touch of the supernatural, that I usually find attractive. All in all I find the stories wonderfully escapist.. all that I look for in fiction. While not necessary, I would recommend reading the stories in order if possible.

One of a series about Charlie Moon, a rancher who is also a Ute tribal investigator, and his Aunt Daisy, a shaman. Here he investigates the death of a client, Manfred Blinkoe, a dentist turned adventurer. I liked the book well enough but it didn't inspire me to hunt down others in the series although I will probably read at least one if I come across it when in the mood for a mystery.

Captivating story of a Ute tribal investigator and his shaman great aunt on the tribal reservation.

This one by James D. Doss was my last. There is too much attempt to be cute in this stupid story.

Charlie Moon and Aunt Daisy - more of Daisy's spirit adventures - I really like this series.