Of all Michael Connelly's mysteries, I liked this one the most. It explained his tragic childhood and his efforts to solve his mother's murder. His temper had him "off duty" and ordered to see a psychiatrist, who turned out to be a great ally for him and also allowed him the safe place to talk about his life and his 'mission'. The volume is packed with action, colourful characters, and lots of suspence. There is even a woman to whom he returns.
