Title: Nobody Rides for Free (Angus Green #2)
Author: Neil S. Plakcy
Publisher: Diversion Publishing
Publication Date: October 24, 2017
Genre: LGBTQ, Mystery/Thriller
Format: eBook, Print
Length: 262 pages
Rating: 3.5 Stars
synopsis
With less than a year of experience under his belt and only one big case behind him, FBI Special Agent Angus Green has joined the rarefied group of agents who have been wounded in the line of duty. Now, assigned to a desk job while he recovers, Angus wonders if he’s chosen the right career. He’s been following his late father’s dream for a life of adventure and travel—and instead encountered danger, pain and heartbreak. But when he discovers that gay teens are being sexually abused by a pornographer in the same neighborhood where he lives, he has to step up and bring his intelligence, his determination, and his unique insights to save these young men. The case takes him from Fort Lauderdale’s seamy underbelly to boisterous beachfront bars where big-fish Russian émigrés launder illegal cash. He’ll befriend a beautiful Russian-American undercover agent and rekindle a romance with a man who makes him feel protected. In the end, he’ll learn the truth of a saying he learned as a boy – there is a price to pay for every decision we make. Nobody rides for free.
♦ Personal Thought ♦
This second entry to Angus Green series seems a bit more subdued than the first one. Angus is still as diligent and relentless as before, but his sunny disposition is somewhat dimmed here. Although – considering what happened on the previous book – his being a bit antsy and withdrawn is understandable.
The story is told from Angus’s POV as first person, allowing readers the character’s inner struggle after the incident on his first big case. It’s truly a treat to read how eager and dedicated a feeb investigating something that really close to his heart. He’s still showing his special agent’s rookie-ness now and then, but his personality comes through in aiding when needed.
As expected, there’s a bit of twist in the answer Angus seek on his case. One that I find rather heartbreaking here, but which also make the whole thing rang true. I truly enjoy following each turns Angus’ lead bring, a blend of coincidence and diligent researching. Not only that, this series always has interesting cast of of characters, even the shady ones. That said, the conclusion with all the telling summarizing the case updates is a bit of a let down for me.
As in previous book, Nobody Rides for Free also touched on Angus’ love life as an aside, but more as a slow development in his life rather than for the sake of having some love scenes. Without a doubt, this series is one I look forward to for next installments to read!
Advanced copy of this book is kindly provided by the author/publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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