Plot Summary

W Is for Wasted

Sue Grafton
Guide cover placeholder

W Is for Wasted

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

Book Brief

Sue Grafton

W Is for Wasted

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

W Is for Wasted by Sue Grafton follows private investigator Kinsey Millhone as she navigates two mysterious deaths—one of a former colleague and the other of R.T. Dace, a homeless man found dead on a beach. Kinsey discovers a note with her name in Dace's pocket and learns he left her a substantial inheritance. Her investigation intertwines with personal revelations and connections to her own family, leading her to uncover valuable clues about both murders amidst complex character dynamics and motives.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Gritty

Contemplative

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.2

47,728 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Sue Grafton's W Is for Wasted is praised for its compelling plot, strong character development, and Grafton's trademark witty prose. Readers appreciate Kinsey Millhone's investigative skills and the novel's intricate mystery. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally cumbersome. Overall, it’s a satisfying addition to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read W Is for Wasted?

Fans of intricate mysteries and strong female protagonists would enjoy W Is for Wasted by Sue Grafton. Readers who appreciate the grit and determination of characters like Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo or the meticulous investigative style found in Gone Girl will find this book particularly engaging.

4.2

47,728 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Buy This Book

We’re just getting started

Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!