Welcome back to the sleepy little town of Shakespeare, Arkansas, where secrets come to hide. Lily Bard has joined a group therapy session, determined finally to face her past. It sounds positively enlightening, until the murder of a fellow member sends a warning. But who was the message meant for? Why? And who's next to fall victim to a killer's head games?
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"I have to say I knew Lily was pregnant. Those were not PMS symptoms, although I can also believe why she would not suspect being pregnant. I hope this series continues as I am really enjoying Lily's growth. I was more interested in her and Jack in this book than the actual murder. "
— Kona (5 out of 5 stars)
“The mystery in Shakespeare’s Counselor is exceptionally well plotted, with an ending that will take everyone by surprise. The story also explores rape and its aftermath, making for an extremely compelling read.”
— RT Book Reviews“Solid, clever, and quick.”
— Library Journal" i'm saddened that this is probably the last book on lily bard. I was hoping a more settled ending for her story... "
— Gabriela, 1/31/2014" I am done with this series!!!! which makes me happy! :) I liked that this book did not have to much working out in it .. I liked that it tied up some loose ends and I liked the mystery ..good book. "
— Keli, 1/25/2014" This is a mistery novel, similar to Agatha Christie's. Easy to read, recommended for vacation time... "
— Patricia, 1/17/2014" The end to a decent series. I liked Lily and her survivor mentality. I found Ms. Harris by tripping over the Sookie books. "
— ♆, 1/15/2014" The bad guy in this book was just messed up. "
— Micah, 1/14/2014" Twisted and bazaar and definitely a mystery that keeps you guessing. Enjoyable read, it will be interesting to see if the series continues someday but this left us with a good sense of closure if it does not. "
— Anneliese, 1/13/2014" While possible the story-line is quite a stretch. I love Lily Bard but this is not the best of the series. "
— Kari, 1/12/2014" A good solid conclusion to the series. All of these books have been highly enjoyable. I am sorry to see the series end. Guess I'm just going to have to get started on all of Harris' other works! "
— Lauren, 1/10/2014" So sad to see this series come to an end. I love mysteries, but I enjoyed this series more for the characters themselves . . . the mystery part was an added bonus! "
— Jillybean, 12/27/2013" I hate it when I look up the next book in a series and realize I just finished the last one :( This was an easy "who done it" series, I enjoyed them, bummed there aren't any more to read. "
— Melanie, 7/28/2013" Great finish to the series! Still the Harper Connelly series is my favorite out of all Charlaine's books, but this came in at a close second. She is excellent at writing and expanding on characters. "
— Sarah, 7/14/2013" This was a nice way to wrap up the Lily Bard series... "
— Amy, 7/11/2013" My least favorite of the Lily Bard series "
— Heidi, 6/28/2013" Hmmm...this gives all new meaning to who needs mental help and how there is no shortcut to your dreams...most of the time. Lilly Bard is a hoot. I would love to be her friend. "
— Kim, 4/19/2013" This was another good mystery featuring housecleaner/karate expert Lily Bard. I liked how she and Jack worked together as private investigators to figure out the mystery stalker/murderer. "
— krin, 3/24/2013" I've been reading this on the side for several months now because it's on my kindle app on my iPhone, so whenever I had a moment I'd read some of it. This was a pretty good one, I enjoyed it, but I also predicted several things. "
— Joshua, 11/13/2012" Lily Bard is a great character who grows and develops with each book. A great series! I would recommend to anyone. "
— April, 9/19/2012" I'm going to miss this character, a good ending to the series "
— Kate, 9/3/2012" Lily Bard has joined a group therapy session, determined finally to face her past. It sounds positively enlightening, until the murder of a fellow member sends a warning. But who was the message meant for? Why? And who's next to fall victim to a killer's head games? An excellent read! "
— Kevin, 8/23/2012" Loved this series!! Wish there were more.. "
— Shannon, 6/20/2012" I am sad to learn that this is the last in the Lily Bard series. Lily is tough and gritty but not to the point of being plastic. The books are a quick read but I have found myself thinking about them afterwards. An enjoyable series. "
— Mickie, 2/29/2012" This was the last book in the series, as far as I know. They grew on me. It is funny that I did not realize that her and Jack were the agents that showed up in the Sookie Stackhouse books investigating Debbie Pelt's murder! "
— Brooke, 2/9/2012" 3.5 stars. The story was good but for whatever reason i didn't enjoy the book as much as the earlier ones. "
— Lesley, 12/20/2011" the twist and turns in this book is intriguing. I didn't figure out the killer at all. "
— Ruth, 11/3/2011" I really like this series. It is darker that Charlaine Harris' other stories (esp. Sookie) but I really think she has created excellent characters. "
— Laura, 5/29/2011" I wish there were more Lily Bard books "
— Rebekah, 4/23/2011" I love all of the books in the Lily Bard series; however, this one was a little darker than some of the others. I was also sad to see the last of the series. The characters in these books are lovable and I feel like I'm losing dear friends at series' end. "
— Carrie, 4/3/2011" A good solid conclusion to the series. All of these books have been highly enjoyable. I am sorry to see the series end. Guess I'm just going to have to get started on all of Harris' other works! "
— Lauren, 3/25/2011" Quite enjoyed all five books with Lily Bard and the folk of Shakespeare. "
— Deanne, 3/19/2011" I really loved this. It was sad, and happy, and crazy! If this is truly the last Lily book, that makes me very sad. I want to know more about Lily and Jack! "
— Laura, 3/2/2011" Good story. Especially good for a long waiting room visit. "
— Fran, 2/3/2011" So sad to see this series come to an end. I love mysteries, but I enjoyed this series more for the characters themselves . . . the mystery part was an added bonus! "
— Jillybean, 1/23/2011" This is the last installment in this series and I am so sad. This has one of the most pained, interesting, real characters I’ve ever read. Even though there is a miscarriage it helps the characters move on and realize they are going to be able to be a fulfilled life. "
— Vfields, 1/23/2011Charlaine Harris is a New York Times bestselling author who has written four series and two stand-alone novels, in addition to numerous short stories, novellas, and graphic novels cowritten with Christopher Golden. Her Sookie Stackhouse books have appeared in twenty-five different languages and on many bestseller lists and are the basis of the HBO series True Blood.
Julia Gibson received an MFA from New York University. She has appeared on Broadway and other major stages in New York, as well as regional theaters from Dallas to San Francisco, Chicago, Philadelphia, and more. Gibson has played major roles in productions such as The Seagull, Angels in America, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Her television and film credits include Michael Clayton, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Spin City, and One Life to Live.