Black Willows

by Jill Hand

A mysterious cowboy is stalking the eccentric Trapnell siblings. Is he a supernatural entity or a hired killer? To complicate things, the will making them heirs to their billionaire father’s estate is missing and a relative has returned from a watery grave.
Last time, the Trapnells saved the world from destruction. This time they may not be able to save themselves. Black Willows is a darkly funny Southern-fried adventure, complete with Voodoo, arson, and alligators.

171 pages, Paperback

Published October 21, 2020

Reviews

[Denice Langley · Rating 5 out of 5]

An exciting, entertaining visit with a family that's very possibly more eccentric than my own. When Dad kicks the bucket, the siblings and their immediate family start the battle over his estate, with some very weird results. This is the 2nd in the Trapnell Thriller series, but I really didn't know that until I was well into the book, so didn't miss anything. The characters and their plans for their wealth made me think of the game Clue with their hit or miss actions and consequences. With a few ghostly.....maybe ghostly....characters thrown in, this was a welcome change to the heavy on tension and gore thrillers I've been reading. If you do not have an active funny bone, this might not be your cup of tea, but if you're looking for an entertaining, but still a mystery book, this is it.

[Colleen · Rating 1 out of 5]

The best thing I can say is I am glad I finished the book. This has to be one of the worst books I have ever read. The characters are terrible, spoiled, eccentric wealthy people. These people think nothing of wanting to buy a Greek Island or a replica of the Titanic for an escape room and then throwing a tantrum because amazingly enough they don't have enough money since the will hasn't been probated. The parents tell their seven year old daughter inappropriate stories about stranger danger and embalming, and then say maybe she won't insist on hearing inappropriate topics. I kept thinking one of the characters was insane and this was their reality. No such luck totally ridiculous in its entirety.

[Daphne Manning · Rating 3 out of 5]

Here is a tale of southern charm and scheming families. There is an undeniable humor here not only in its primary characters the Trapnell siblings but the supporting cast as well. A fathers death and missing will. A supposed dead stepsister and a brother, part lush,mostly drawling charm make for a delightful read. Karen said stepsister starts to appear around town and causing mischief. The siblings turn to Voodoo as a solution which brings a whole different light to the story. It’s a chase for easy money from a father who cast too long a shadow on their lives. It’s a look at life in a town, just small enough to house big illusions about the rich and faux rich. Happy reading

[Leah Hines · Rating 2 out of 5]

I tried, but I couldn't get into this one. All the characters are unlikable. The plot is disjointed. I went back and got book one thinking I had missed something that would improve the story for me. It didn't. I couldn't get through either story. This may appeal to some readers, I just wasn't one of them. The writing itself is fine. It was the characters and plot I couldn't get into.

[Terry Self · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not my normal type of read but this one was gripping from start to finish.Would recommend this book and author to anyone who likes a good mystery.Will keep a look out for more from this author.