As Caleb tries to heal those caught up in the latest Westville violence, Detective Claudia Briscoe works to solve the crimes. Unfortunately Caleb gets caught up in some amateur sleuthing, which places both him and his deaf, older brother Sam on the darker side of Westville (One scene is absolutely heart-stopping).

Spider Blue is Caleb and Sam’s second mystery. Sam’s part is smaller than in the debut Keeping Silent, but his role continues to be strong in character. Damron first takes the time to set up her mystery then carefully spins it in many directions. The scenes with Emma and Caleb are gripping, yet tender. Each scene builds the anticipation of whodunit. The speaking and signing descriptions blend perfectly in the scenes with Caleb and Sam, and a glimpse into their past reveals why they are always concerned for others. One of my favorite scenes is when they put a real estate agent at ease after she neglects to notice Sam’s deafness. Good deaf humor there...

Spider Blue is an intricate mystery and an emotional read. Emma will steal your heart. If you haven’t met the brothers duo, I recommend you start with the first in series, Keeping Silent. In that one, Sam will steal your heart.

Personal note: Sam’s deaf personality - his humor, independence, actions and reactions are so true, it’s haunting.