Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy of Where They Last Saw Her by Marcie Rendon.

I enjoyed Rendon's Cash Blackbear mystery series and was eager to read another book by her. Another book with great setting, characters, suspense, and a look into American Indian culture and the societal injustices they receive.

I love this author and her books. I mistakenly thought this was another book in the Cash Blackbear series. I quickly realized it was not. However, if you enjoy the Cash Blackbear books, you’ll enjoy this. Quill, the protagonist of this story, is so unlike Cash. Yet, both protagonists are strong indigenous women who solve crimes and save lives. I loved Quill just as much as I loved Cash. Quill’s friends and family are all very likable characters as well. I liked that Quill was not a very young woman and that she had a husband & children. This is more of a plot-driven book. I tend to be a character-driven reader but I really enjoyed the plot and the action. There was a lot of action and it was fast-paced but it worked for me. Besides, I think the characters in this story are fleshed-out and compelling. This book (and the Cash Blackbear books) raise awareness about a major issue in this country: the kidnapping of indigenous women and children. Unfortunately, this issue does not garner the aid and attention it deserves (and desperately needs). That’s why books like this one are so important. I hope everyone reads this book and/or any of the author’s other books. I can’t wait for the next one!

Phenomenal! Absolutely amazing. Top five book of 2024. The subject matter is unfortunately relevant, and the writing is on point. I also really connected with all of the characters.