Author: Andrew Barrett
Publisher: The Ink Foundry
Publication Date: July 5, 2025
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I just finished "The Colour of Fury" and my heart is still racing. This fourth installment in Barrett's DS Regan Carter series grabbed me by the throat and didn't let go. While it took me a moment to reorient myself with the intricate plot details from the previous installment, once the literal dust from prior explosions settled, this story accelerated from first to fourth gear in a heartbeat.
DS Regan Carter continues to evolve as a flawed but compelling heroine. In this installment, we see her becoming more vulnerable, particularly regarding her relationship with her mum, and more trusting—until plot twists drive a sharp skewer through that development. Barrett poses a crucial question that dangles tantalizingly throughout: will Carter cross the line to save the person she loves and join the ranks of the corrupt? It's this moral complexity that makes her character so engaging and had me holding my breath, rooting for her while dreading what she might become.
The new character Moniche left me constantly second-guessing—friend or foe?—which kept me deliciously on edge throughout. Barrett's genius lies in making me care about morally gray people doing questionable things, and this finale showcases that talent brilliantly. Ironically, some of the most likable moments come from cameos by Sid and extended appearances by Eddie Collins—characters we know are morally questionable, yet Barrett makes them surprisingly engaging.
If this truly ends Regan Carter's story, Barrett has crafted a conclusion that left me both satisfied and aching for more. This redhead's fury burned bright right to the final page, and I'm already missing her fierce presence in my reading life. I'm grateful for the opportunity to read this advanced copy, and I can confidently say this series finale lives up to its predecessors' high standards.
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