“J” is for Judgment
“J” is for Judgment by Sue Grafton, published by H. Holt in 1993, is a mystery novel that follows private investigator Kinsey Millhone as she delves into a perplexing case. The story begins when Wendell Jaffe, presumed dead for five years, is spotted by his former insurance agent. Kinsey is hired to track him down after his widow collected a substantial life insurance payout, leading her to uncover the complexities of Jaffe’s life and the circumstances surrounding his supposed death.
In this edition, readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of deception and familial ties, as Kinsey navigates the murky waters of Jaffe’s past and her own. The book presents a blend of suspense and hard-boiled detective work, characteristic of Grafton’s writing style. With 288 pages, this English-language edition offers an engaging exploration of mystery and intrigue, inviting readers to ponder the nature of judgment in both personal and criminal contexts.
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Ms. Grafton writes a smart story and wraps it up with a wry twist.
THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW
Wendell Jaffe has been dead for five years–until his former insurance agent spots him in a dusty resort bar. Now California Fidelity wants Kinsey Millhone to track down the dead man. Just two months before, his widow collected on Jaffe’s $500,000 life insurance policy–her only legacy since Jaffe went overboard, bankrupt and about to be indicted for his fraudulent real estate schemes. As Kinsey pushes deeper into the mystery surrounding Wendell Jaffe’s pseudocide, she explores her own past, discovering that in family matters, as in crime, sometimes it’s better to reserve judgment….
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