A Time of Torment (Charlie Parker, #14)

This is my first excursion into the world of Charlie Parker. Usually, I don't like to read a book out of order but when I was offered this book I decided to give it a try. I am so glad I did because I was blown away by so many things to do with this novel. Charlie Parker is a private investigator who takes on the Cut which is an ancient isolated community with the help of his associates Louis and Angel after a client who has been convicted of an unspeakable crime disappears. The book starts off very quickly and never lets up. The writing is flawless and engrossing and I loved how what seems to be unconnected occurrences end up connecting the entire story together. I rarely give a five star unless the book is exceptional (to me). I have never read a book by John Connolly before (how did I miss you?) and I can honestly say he has a brand new fan. Now I have to be off to get the first book in the series. Very highly recommended! I received a copy of this book from the publishers via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.