Sanctuary by Ken BruenMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Darker than Irish stout. Another cracker from Ken Bruen. Jack, who has sold up in Galway and preparing to travel to America.... doesn't. He stays put to offer support to his Garda friend (if 'friend' is the right word) who has received the devastating news that she has breast cancer. Meanwhile, Jack receives a letter containing a list of victims: two Guards, a judge, a nun and, alas, a child. The letter is signed 'Benedictus'.... And the list has already begun. Garda Flynn, deceased two days ago. Taylor determines to find the identity of the killer and stop him or her at any cost.
Jack has carried the burden of the death of a child - a young girl with Downs Syndrome, the daughter of his friends Jeff and Cathy - Jack was made to believe he was responsible. When he finds out the truth of what occurred his rage ends up in a bottle of Jameson, pints of the dark stuff and a hangover that almost pushes him over the edge. Is Jack suicidal? So much self pity. Come on Jack Taylor. If you can survive another beating at the hands of Superintendent Clancy and his thugs you can and will find a way through your despair. Get back on track.
Typical Bruen - the dialogue is harsh and authentic, the plot is compelling and I know that I am seriously addicted to this Jack Taylor series, particularly when I find myself buying CDs that happen to be Jack's favourites! Try Billy Joe Shaver. Never heard of him? Neither had I - this truly gifted alt.Country & Western singer/songwriter. Thanks Jack....
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