Daniel G. Miller did not disappoint with this follow up to The Orphanage By The Lake!!! This book was fantastic! Love Hazel Cho! What I wasn’t expecting was the emotional impact at the end. Great read! Will definitely recommend both books!!

Awesome followup to The Orphanage by the Lake! I thought that was really good but this is better. You don’t need to read them in order but it is better that way. I like Hazel and Kenny and their co-workers but was surprised at the events that happened in this novel. Surprises abound! I will definite look forward to the next volume in this series.

Thanks to Netgalley and The Poison Pen Press for this ebook arc to read. All opinions are my own

I was so happy to receive this ARC after reading the orphanage by the lake. I just love Hazel and this second installment did not disappoint!

This author is new to me, but I read his last book and it was really well written and really just a good story. Thank you to net galley for allowing me another opportunity to read another novel by this author.

I got this ARC from NetGalley as I found the description intriguing. Only afterwards did I realise that the book is part of a series and I have not yet read book number 1. However, you can definitely read this as a standalone. I connected with Hazel very quickly and loved how she showed strength despite her traumas. I thought I knew, by the end, what was going on, but I gasped out loud as the reveal! Amazing! The writing was good, the pace was to the point and I liked the characters. I almost cried at the end.
Thank you to NetGalley, publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

Daniel Miller, you've done it again! This is the second installment for Hazel Cho, P.I. and honestly I'm hoping for another! The story line was ‘Holy’ unique, with an absolute mind-bend of a twist at the end. I mean seriously, I screamed and dropped my kindle! (don't worry it only fell on my bed!) I was NOT expecting that. 5 out of 5 stars from me!

I really enjoyed Orphanage by the Lake and I've been waiting for The Red Letter ever since. I'm happy to say, it did not disappoint! Hazel is back but after everything she went through, she's reluctant to take a case that her friend asks her to look into. Her boyfriend convinces her to do it and things get convoluted and dark very quickly.

Off the bat, I just want to say that I was nowhere near correct in my theories while reading this book. Every time I thought I had things figured out, the author would throw in something to destroy my theory. I couldn't be happier to have been wrong because the ending was fantastic! Additionally, one of the things that Daniel Miller does very well is create strong characters. Hazel was obviously our central character but all of the side characters were very well written and crucial to the story (Kenny is a particular favorite of mine). I think my only criticism is that it started off a tad slow. However, it did pick up and manage to stress me out fairly quickly so that is a very minor criticism!

Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

Daniel G. Miller's upcoming novel, The Red Letter, set for release in July 2025, is an engaging addition to the Hazel Cho series. The story follows Hazel, a private investigator enjoying a successful career and personal life, until a shocking murder shakes her world. When a well-known neighborhood priest is found dead with a mysterious red letter, Hazel is drawn into the case as a favor to an old friend. As she digs deeper, she discovers that other victims have received similar letters, leading her to face a dangerous figure from her past.

This novel delivers a suspenseful and emotionally rich narrative, blending mystery and personal stakes in a way that keeps readers engaged. The character development is particularly strong, as Hazel’s journey forces her to reconsider those around her while confronting past demons. The intricate plotting and gripping storytelling make this a great choice for fans of psychological thrillers.

With its compelling mystery and well-crafted suspense, The Red Letter is a must-read for those who enjoy thought-provoking and fast-paced crime fiction. Miller’s ability to weave past and present into a tense, immersive experience ensures that this book will be a standout in the genre.

I enjoyed this a ton, I really was guessing up until the very end. As I said after reading the first book, I love Hazel Cho. I think she’s super smart & determined & I’m sitting here after finishing just wondering if a third book about her is coming! I sure hope so.

I finished The Orphanage By The Lake two days ago and upon putting it into my goodreads, realized it was actually part of a series!! Immediately I knew I needed to get my hands on The Red Letter. I was so disappointed that the release was pushed back to July but Daniel G Miller so kindly gave a link to his readers to access the book through Netgalley, early. Love him for that.

Everything I loved about The Orphanage, I loved about this book. The characters, chefs kiss. The twist, loved it. The overall story, easy to follow but still interesting af.

I'm hooked and I can't wait to see if there's going to be a book 3!

Thank you to Netgalley, to Daniel G Miller, and to the publisher for the ARC!

Massive thank you and shout out to Daniel G. Miller for the link to this ARC.

I read Orphanage by the Lake last year, and recommend it to pretty much everyone. To say I was dying for this one is an understatement!!

Hazel is back to face her first possible serial killer. She's been through a lot, and doesn't want to take the case. Until her boyfriend asks her to, that is. Then the whirlwind of jaw dropping clues and twists keep you guessing, right to the end. The characters are (mostly) likeable and solidly built with growth from the previous book, which makes it even harder to distinguish potential suspects.

This is another I will be recommending to anyone and everyone.

Chapter 18 end of first paragraph there is an extra “they” in second to last sentence.

Chapter 37 in second Sister Agatha letter last sentence “has the devil gotten his hooks in you two?” Should be too

The storyline was great! Loved it just like the first! Love how the book starts off right away and just keeps picking up pace!!! These are the types of books that keep my interest! I just love Hazel. I think you need to do a third where she gets with Bobby and he DOESNT DIE LOL poor girl has had a bad record with men. She deserves a good one! 🤣🤣 please keep giving me stories like these!!!!