The Heat of the Moon    by Sandra Parshall Order:  USA  Can Poisoned Pen, 2006 (2006) Hardcover    Reviewed by Mary Ann Smyth A hidden memory bursts forth unbidden and unwanted, starting a string of questions to which young veterinarian Rachel Goddard has difficulty finding the answers. Rachel realizes that she has never seen a picture of herself as a baby nor been told stories about her late father. She feels as if she simply materialized one day as a five year-old. As adults, she and her sister Michelle live with their mother in a lovely home, cared for and feeling loved. Rachel, however, keeps having disturbing flashbacks she can't explain. Her mother, Judith, a prominent psychologist, wants neither of her daughters to have attachments outside the home. Too many questions need to be answered. A fascinating story of intrigue and suspense, The Heat of the Moon will keep the reader guessing. At times, it seems slow to get to the point, with a hesitation to plunge onward that often marks a first novel. However, I like Rachel. She is a gutsy woman, determined to clear up the mystery that surrounds her background. The touch of love in the plot is a nice treat, as are the references to Washington, D.C.. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Mystery books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews