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Silent Scream

An Anna Travis Mystery
by Lynda La Plante
Silent Scream: An Anna Travis Mystery. Touchstone: S. & S. Jul. 2010. c.407p. ISBN 978-1-4391-3928-8. pap. $15. M
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Ambition, greed, jealousy, and anger all play supporting roles in this well-crafted tale about the murder of a young British movie star. The secrets of Amanda Delany's life are slowly uncovered as the police team led by DI Anna Travis discovers several possible motives. Travis is caught between her ability to see beyond the obvious and her supervisor's need for instant results; this causes many false starts and misdirection for both the police and readers.
VERDICT La Plante, one of the best crime writers working today, adds her knowledge of the film industry to make this not only a well-thought-out mystery but a fascinating look into the lives of young people dealing with rapid success and extreme wealth. Val McDermid readers will enjoy this fifth entry in the Anna Travis series (after Deadly Intent).
Reviewed by Jo Ann Vicarel , Jul 01, 2010
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