O Is For Outlaw – Sue Grafton

Description

O Is For Outlaw by Sue Grafton is a thrilling mystery novel and a standout entry in the beloved Kinsey Millhone Alphabet series. The story kicks off with a surprising phone call to private investigator Kinsey Millhone, followed by the discovery of an undelivered letter that dates back fourteen years. This unexpected find forces Kinsey to confront painful truths about her past—her broken first marriage, the honour of her ex-husband, and an old unresolved murder case—while putting her own life in grave danger.

Set firmly within the crime fiction genre, O Is For Outlaw deepens the character development of Kinsey Millhone, offering fans a richer understanding of what shaped her into the tough, sardonic detective they know. Praised for its wit, humanity, and intricate plotting, the novel has earned acclaim from critics such as Literary Review and Publishers Weekly, who highlight it as one of the strongest books in Grafton’s long-running series. The balance of suspense and character insight makes it an engaging read for mystery enthusiasts.