A Tangled Web

Well, I'm reading Mike Martin's books backwards so to speak. Having thoroughly enjoyed Darkest Before Dawn because it was just so DIFFERENT. It's casual, it's relationship-based, as is Tangled Web. Life and love in a Newfoundland town, interspersed with an apparent child abduction, abusive husbands and a couple of murders. The policing procedures are well defined, Sgt Windflower gets to grips with staff problems, and in the end all is solved extremely quickly with the results pointing to international money laundering, though that is not the story. The author's story, in my opinion, is far deeper, immersed in ancient culture, respect and fortitude. I love reading these books. Such a departure from 'other' mystery novels. I love the scene-setting, the landscape and weather conditions; I even love the detail of Windflower's prowess in the kitchen. I think the writing is just great.If you're looking for a fast-paced all-action thriller - this is not it.This is a relax-and-chill - the Mounty always gets his man,(whilst getting on with his own life and what's important to him and those around him).Thanks Mike.Can't wait to go back to the next one.

This is the best Windflower book so far. A great story that keeps the tension, a wonderful location and interesting characters. I won't provide a spoiler, but the story involved kidnapping, murder, corruption and the outstanding integrity of Sgt. Windflower. I love the descriptions of Newfoundland and the details of food preparation. However, I've had Cod Tongue - I did not like it.I'm looking forward to the next chapter in the life of Sgt. Windflower and his friends.

A Tangled Web is an intriguing mystery that finds Sergeant Windflower facing a child abduction full of so many twists and turns it will leave readers reeling.When little Molly goes missing Windflower acts quickly, leaving no stone unturned, but each passing hour leads him to the fear for the worst. Just when all hope seems lost Molly turns up miles from home. Now, Windflower is saddled with the responsibility of figuring out what really happened to the girl. The dead body at truck stop only complicates matters and what Windflower uncovers next surprises everyone.I enjoy Mike Martin's writing style. He uses vivid detail which makes it easy for readers to visualize the story as it unfolds. The characters are always well developed and most appear in all the novels in one capacity or another which is just one more aspect I love about this series. The mouth watering foods are an added bonus.A Tangled Web is a wonderfully written and highly alluring novel that easily captivates readers until the end. A great addition to the Sgt. Windflower Mystery Series.I recommend picking up a copy.

Really enjoyed this. I liked how all the threads on the web came together and we saw the whole picture at the end and not anytime sooner. This kept us on our toes but also interested in the story and what was going on.This is my first time reading this series and I am now wanting to go back and read the five before this. The story has several mysteries occuring that are all tied together in one fashion or another. What starts the book is a little girl missing and this blows into so much more. We get drugs, murder, money laundering and theft on top of it. And it all ties together. So intriguing and entertaining was the story.Sgt. Windflower was a fascinating main character. He was steady as they go and very kind hearted. We see his family life and how it plays into his professional role as well. We see how he deals with his colleagues and how he solves the mysteries going about in his town. I loved the personal aspect of Windflower it shows us all sides of him and how his mind truly works but also his heart. While he is trying to solve so many mysteries that pop up, he is also at a crossroads and we see how he works through this and it is fascinating.The characters all capture you from the start. We see the dynamics of how a group of colleagues come together and work together but are also a family. We also see how they help one another as well and how they solve crimes as a unit. We see the crime solving process in this small town and are intrigued by it. The plot is one that has several things happening that wind into each other and is very action driven.The story is nicely paced and keeps you in the moment and acting like sleuths alongside Windflower and his team as they solve many mysteries and you see their dynamic as well. A great story.

A tangled web for sure. A little girl climbs into the trailer of a big rig and the door suddenly closes. She can't get the driver's attention.We later find out the driver is a very dangerous man.

A great read about great people