The Last Witness (paperback)

A great detective novel with romantic sparks!
Detectives Gerard and Kensington have become an effective team as they work together for the NYPD. Their challenge is to solve the latest multiple murder. Throughout the search for evidence a romantic interest takes root and introduces another layer of intrigue to the already suspenseful narrative.
I was at the crime scenes, in the hospital and at the police station. I know I was in the court room as the evidence was presented because I would recognize the defendant's lawyer were we ever to meet. It is a rare author who can make the reader so engrossed that he lives the story.
I hope there is a sequel in the works!

It was fun to watch the sparks fly between them. You can't help but root for both of them. But perhaps my favorite character is 12-year-old Max, a kid who has to deal with the clash between conscience and curiosity. I'm ready to adopt Max.

Detectives Tate Kensington and Zachary Gerard have their hands full trying to solve two murders at once - or is it really one crime gone terribly awry? This well-plotted and well-written mystery grabbed me from the first page and didn't let go until the last word. I loved and (maybe even important) completely believed in these characters. Kensington is a feisty female detective dealing with her own issues, including a series of anonymous threats that may be coming from one of her co-workers. Gerard is the macho male struggling to walk the tightrope between protecting his partner and interfering in her life.

Tate Kensington has some history of romance in the department so she is hesitant to yield to her homicide partner, Zach Gerard. There is the villain of course, one worthy of being despised. Then there is a boy named Max with ambitions of being a cop one day like his dad who just happens to be Tate and Zach's boss. As another reviewer said, if you like Law & Order, you'll like The Last Witness for the trial after the arrest is part of the story. The boy, Max, reminded me of a modern Tom Sawyer. A daring youngster with a streak of conscience, he struggled to balance against his need for adventure. This mystery touches all the bases: an investigation, a villain, a dash of romance and a pinch of humanity. You'll like it. I did.

Detectives Tate Kensington and Zachary Gerard have their hands full trying to solve two murders at once - or is it really one crime gone terribly awry? This well-plotted and well-written mystery grabbed me from the first page and didn't let go until the last word. I loved and (maybe even important) completely believed in these characters. Kensington is a feisty female detective dealing with her own issues, including a series of anonymous threats that may be coming from one of her co-workers. Gerard is the macho male struggling to walk the tightrope between protecting his partner and interfering in her life. It was fun to watch the sparks fly between them. You can't help but root for both of them. But perhaps my favorite character is 12-year-old Max, a kid who has to deal with the clash between conscience and curiosity. I'm ready to adopt Max.

I’m new to the books by K.T. Roberts and thrilled that I found them. Her main characters are written with compassion and relatable human flaws. She takes us on a compelling ride of a classic detective “who done it”. This book is the first in a series. I’ve just ordered book 4 and can’t wait to start reading!

What a great book! The characters are terrific and the ending is outstanding! I look forward to the next book and think you will too!