The Glass Rainbow

A Dave Robicheaux Novel

By: James Lee Burke

Narrated by: Will Patton

From New York Times bestselling author James Lee Burke, Detective Dave Robicheaux becomes entangled in a mystery that connects a series of grisly murders with an ex-convict turned bestselling author, a notorious local pimp, and the man currently dating Robicheaux’s daughter.

On the trail of a killer responsible for the deaths of seven young women in neighboring Jefferson Davis parish, Detective Dave Robicheaux and his best friend Clete Purcel can’t seem to stay away from Herman Stanga, a notorious pimp whose name constantly resurfaces in their investigation, and whom both men despise. When Stanga turns up dead shortly after a fierce beating in front of numerous witnesses at the hands of Clete Purcel, the case takes a nasty turn, and solving the mystery of the Jefferson Davis deaths becomes more important than ever.

Adding to Robicheaux’s troubles is the matter of his adopted daughter, Alafair, on hiatus from Stanford Law for a semester and home in New Iberia to put the finishing touches on her novel. Her literary pursuit has led her into the arms of Kermit Abelard, celebrated novelist and scion of a once-prominent Louisiana family whose fortunes are slowly sinking into the bayous. In Robicheaux’s mind, Abelard’s association with a sleazy ex-convict turned bestselling author named Robert Weingart puts him at the center of some very shady business, and Robicheaux fears he’s taking Alafair down with him. But at the same time he fears for Alafair’s well-being—and possibly her life—she’s becoming more distant toward him, convinced his concerns are just the paranoia of an overprotective father. To protect his daughter and clear his best friend’s name, Robicheaux will need every ounce of guts, wit, and investigative chops he can muster.

From the Edgar Award–winning author of “one of America’s best mystery series” (Library Journal, starred review), James Lee Burke’s The Glass Rainbow is a “superlative” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) bayou thriller.

Dave Robicheaux: stupidest cop on the planet!

I love Burke's writing. I think I have all his Robicheaux books, but... is there a STUPIDER police detective on the planet? This character makes me want to scream! He can't see anything that would be obvious to a blind man! And he is willing to put anyone else's life in danger; his wife's, daughter's, friends, ANYONE'S, just so he can show the world how tough he is. He hasn't got the sense God gave a chicken. In fact, a chicken has common sense is spades compared to Dave Robicheaux.
No one is this stupid, are they? Please Mr. Burke, even a broken clock is right twice a day: stop making this village idiot so stupid!

Excellent Book

I am looking forward to listening to more of James Lee Burke's book and Will Patton was an excellent narrator.

Excellent! Highly recommend!

I’ve enjoyed every James Lee Burke book I’ve ever read and Will Patton’s amazing narration is icing on the cake! 👍

Another Stellar Dave Robicheaux Book

Sadly, I did not realize I purchased an abridged version, but as usual, Will Patton, the narrator, did a superb job of voicing this Detective Dave Robicheaux story.

A number of young girls' society was not concerned with were murdered. One girl was the honor roll 17-year-old sister of a convict who sent word that he needed to talk to Robicheaux. His story was that his sister's murder had to be solved. She was not just some inconsequential prostitute but a loving and innocent girl with a great future ahead of her.

When Robicheaux begins looking in new directions at her death, he finds many low lifes and dangerous criminals as well as society people with questionable behaviors. One of those is a man dating Dave's daughter, Alafair. Dave and Clete Purcell, his friend, keep digging while the danger from those surrounding the deaths of the girls rising.

As usual, the book is gritty and violent with almost a vigilante feel to it, but it keeps you glued to the story. I highly recommend the Dave Robicheaux books by James Lee Burke.