One of my favorite mystery authors writing, not quite cozy but not too dark, perfect blend of mystery and thriller. Can’t wait for the next one.

The Vanishing Kind by Alice Henderson is the fourth Alex Carter mystery, each covering research into a different endangered species. This one is set in New Mexico, where Alex is hoping to find jaguars and collar one. As she roams the different environs in her area, she finds an archeological dig, looking for lost treasure from a conquistador, white supremacist out to kill anyone they don't like, and of course a jaguar. I wanted to like this one as much as I have the previous ones, but her physical stamina seemed over drawn. The history and wildlife facts I learned were obviously well researched and interesting.

If you’ve read the other Alex Carter books, you’re expecting thrills and suspense & this book one takes it to another level. At one very tense moment, I gasped out loud & suddenly sat up and my husband said “good book then”… yes! Such a good book. A thrill ride. The nature, animals, and troubles you come to expect from these books and so much more! If you enjoyed the others, you’ll love this one. And if you haven’t read them yet… go! Run and read them before this one comes out in March!