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I initially picked this book up because of its premise, without realizing that it was part of a series. No worries there, it held its own as a standalone. Sure, I may have had more history and backstory of the characters, especially the series lead, former conman turned lawyer Eddie Flynn. I was intrigued by the idea of a murder occurring in a posh New York neighborhood and how the domestic thriller would evolve in a monied community.

The titular character is Ruby, a former resident of aforementioned tony neighborhood, whose family’s fall from wealthy grace finds her nannying and cleaning for her ex-neighbors. She is a self-identified unreliable narrator, which becomes even more obvious when she hears voices and manipulates the murder investigation.

Enter Eddie Flynn, appointed defense attorney of the accused murderer, Dr. John Jackson, who also happens to employ Ruby as his child’s nanny. How did the murder weapon end up in Dr. Jackson’s closet? Hmmmm� Well, leave it to Eddie to prove John’s innocence with the help of his wily and resourceful team.

Then the mafia gets involved and professional hit men start taking shots. It’s wild how Eddie can pull strings while avoiding assassination. I didn’t think the legal proceedings were portrayed accurately, but if you can suspend disbelief about those flaws, it was entertaining. There’s a lot of slight-of-hand backstabbing and blatant opponent screwing, but that’s what makes Eddie Flynn a slick character.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.