The most often asked question of a serial killer is why. But as this killer selecys radio djs as his victim, the questions mount with each death. The police procedural in this book is excellent with the clues often leading into dead ends and the killer's identity shocking in the end.

On Air Death..
The second in the Max Harmon mystery series finds Max in a high stakes stakes situation, A disc jockey is strangled live on air and when another meets a similar fate does it mean that a serial killer is stalking Rohm? A solid mystery with action packed scenes, a well crafted cast and a solid plot. A worthy addition to the series.

A highly entertaining book.
Many thanks to The Book Whisperer and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Riding the airways can be a lonesome gig. Radio transmission stations are usually located in remote areas because of the large array of equipment and antennas. Carson has the late shift, a job he can only face when he has enjoyed a sufficient number of libations. Tonight, would be no exception. He pulled into the parking lot dreading the beginning of his 2:00 a.m. shift.

A number of DJ’s were winding up being murdered with no explanation. There was no physical evidence and no way of finding a way to track the killer. Male or female made no difference. They were being choked while at the board in the night. Max Harmon, an experienced detective, is assigned to the case. Without a clue or any trace evidence to go on, where would he start the investigation?

Another murder occurs and still no evidence or clues to follow. The police chief is getting aggravated at Max and is demanding results. He adds an assistant to Max’s team, Paige Weaver. She is a rookie just out of school and anxious to start her new career. Max will be the perfect mentor.

Everyone is expecting a quick resolution to the case. Hard to accomplish without any trace evidence or leads! Max and Paige doggedly pursue every angle and possible lead.

The author has constructed an entertaining case with a satisfactorily evolving body of evidence and resultant resolution. Book 2 can be read as a standalone. Read and enjoy. 4.5 stars - C. E. Williams

This mystery book is the second in a series but you can read it as a stand alone. It comes with everything you need, a murder, some angst between characters , the new character and a possible chance at love over friendship. It’s set in a small town which should be idyllic but seems to be plagued with bad luck and crimes. Throw in some corrupt characters and you have an interesting story.
I give this book 3.5 stars.....which for me is a good book and I would read the third in series once it comes out. It’s a fairly quick and easy read.

I received a free copy from NetGalley and Book Whisperer. All opinions I’ve given are my own.
I would recommend this book to friends and my book club.

While this book stands alone and you don't need to have read the first in the series, you may find yourself going and doing just that purely because the main character is so appealing. He brings the book alive - highly relatable, completely credible and genuinely likable. The mystery itself is well paced but you may find yourself shrieking with frustration at some of the truly awful characters you will encounter.

Max Harmon Has Another Murder To Solve

The sleepy town of Rohm seemed like a nice, quiet place to work and get away from his troubled past. After the mess in book one, Max is left weary and sleep deprived, but there will be no rest for him in the near future. Disc Jockey Jeff Davis is winding up his late night show at KRHM and waiting for his replacement when he hears the door open. Jeff assumes it is the DJ on the next shift, but the next thing he knows there is a garrote around his neck and everything goes black. Max has no clues to follow. There doesn’t seem to be any motive for the crime, nothing was taken, there is no evidence, no video, absolutely nothing to point him in the right direction. The small police department he works for is surprisingly corrupt and Max is slowly learning whom he can trust. His new partner, Paige, (To replace the deceased Joe) is the first woman ever hired by the Rohm police department. He’ll have to solve a murder, train her, and find her loyalty at the same time.

I really liked this book. Max is a wonderfully witty character with surprising talents and a desire to get the job done. I couldn’t help but sympathize with his plight as he fights the battle to stay awake and cognizant while he tries to solve a murder. I have to admit, when I started to read Rohm Around The Dial I was intrigued with the character enough that I decided to stop and read the first book of the series, When In Rohm, before reading the newer book. That helped me get more out of the second book because I understood Max’s character in depth. It is not necessary for you to follow my lead on this, but I think you’ll be happy if you do.

Rohm Around the Dial by Micheal Maxwell
A Max Harmon Mystery #2

With the feel of a cozy mystery but with the police in the sleuth’s position, this was a quick easy book to read. Not having read book one of the series, I had a feeling I might have missed part of the backstory that may have fleshed out Max, his job situation, and his potential romantic interest but the story stood on its own as it was written.

What I liked:
* Detective Max Harmon: dedicated, professional, overworked, tired, competent, dealing with corrupt police and politicos, has a backstory I would like to know more about.
* Detective Paige Weaver: New hire, young, some work experience, in town to care for her mother, intelligent, straight arrow, as a future.
* Wendy: journalist and potential love interest for Max
* That the book was able to stand on its own without having read the first book
* That it would be appropriate for many ages of readers
* That the DJ killer was caught, and that story line completed
* The links to potential future cases Max may encounter
* Getting a feel for who Max has on his side and who might be against him
* That Max got to play DJ for a few nights
* Getting to read a new-to-me author

What I didn’t like:
* The killer – a truly evil and rather horrible person
* That more than one person was more interested in self, power, and money than in the deaths occurring around town

Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more by this author? I think so

Thank you to NetGalley and The Book Whisperer for the ARC – This is my honest review.

4-5 Stars

This is a new author to me and he is reminiscent of the hard-boiled detectives of yore Max Harman is a very honest cop and he works in a town rife with corruption in the highest echelons and he is determined to clean it up.
In this book, Max is teamed up with Paige Weaver a newbie who is from the town, and Max has to determine where her loyalties lie.
The book opens with a DJ being murdered while on the air. They think it’s a one-off but then another DJ is killed and they understand that they have a serial killer who for some reason is targeting DJs.
The book is a bit like Columbo in that the reader knows who the murderer is rather early in the game but like in the TV show it does not diminish the narrative but rather enhances it.
A subplot concerns someone that was arrested at the Fairgrounds and refuses to talk, ostensibly from a motorcycle gang he is released and taken by the FBI but Max gains a valuable FBI ally.
The book moves very quickly and is cleanly written and holds the reader’s interest throughout.
To finally trap the killer Max taunts the killer while playing DJ on the air and he must put himself and his friend in danger in a pulse-pounding sequence.
This book is well written and holds the reader's interest from start to finish.
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Rohm small town with corrupt enforcement of law
Max Harman,staff is short now, with lost of his partner
DJ was strangled, then another cross town
Problems within the radio stations, is questioned
Both persons were well liked, charismatic.
Paige.Weaver a new partner for Max
Style of writing flows, good detail of what is going on
of how Max and Paige work together
Enjoyed, clean, interesting.
Given ARC by Net Galley and The Book Whisperer
For my voluntary review and my honest opinion

Good book! This book was a good murder mystery! Or serial killer! This book had suspense, intrigue, and a great who done it! There was a lot of good police work, I liked that aspect of it! It was a very interesting story! I definitely recommend reading this book! Its well worth reading! Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for sharing this book with me!