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The Drowning Man (A Wind River Mystery 12)

The Drowning Man (A Wind River Mystery Book 12)

by Margaret Coel

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	348 pages

The Drowning Man is the 12th book in the Wind River Mystery series by C.J. Box. It was published in 2019 and is set in Wyoming.

The book follows the investigation of Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett into the death of a young Native American woman found drowned in the Wind River. The woman, Marie Ironwood, was a member of the Northern Arapaho tribe and her death is quickly ruled a suicide by the local authorities.

However, Joe Pickett is not convinced that Marie Ironwood took her own life. He begins his own investigation and soon uncovers a complex web of secrets and lies. He learns that Marie Ironwood was involved in a relationship with a white man, something that was forbidden by her tribe. He also learns that she was pregnant at the time of her death.

As Joe Pickett digs deeper into the case, he uncovers a dark secret that could have far-reaching consequences. He discovers that Marie Ironwood was the victim of a murder and that her death was staged to look like a suicide.

Characters

Joe Pickett: A Wyoming game warden who investigates the death of Marie Ironwood.
Marie Ironwood: A young Native American woman who is found drowned in the Wind River.
Nate Romanowski: A white man who was in a relationship with Marie Ironwood.
Virgil White Owl: The chief of the Northern Arapaho tribe.
Father John O'Malley: A Catholic priest who is friends with Joe Pickett.

Setting

The Drowning Man is set in Wyoming, a state known for its vast and beautiful wilderness areas. The book's setting plays an important role in the story, as the harsh and unforgiving environment provides a backdrop for the characters' struggles.

Themes

The Drowning Man explores a number of themes, including:

The clash between cultures: The book highlights the tensions between the white and Native American cultures in Wyoming. Joe Pickett is a white man who is trying to understand and respect the Native American culture, but he often finds himself at odds with the traditional ways of the Northern Arapaho tribe.
The importance of family: The book shows the importance of family and community in the lives of the characters. Joe Pickett is a devoted husband and father, and he is constantly reminded of the importance of his family's love and support.
The power of secrets: The book explores the power of secrets and the damage that they can do. Marie Ironwood's death is the result of a long-held secret, and Joe Pickett's investigation uncovers a number of other secrets that have been kept hidden for years.

The Drowning Man is a thrilling mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. C.J. Box does an excellent job of creating a complex and suspenseful plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The book also explores a number of important themes, including the clash between cultures, the importance of family, and the power of secrets.

The Drowning Man (A Wind River Mystery Book 12)

by Margaret Coel

4.6 out of 5