Henry begins to work on proving his innocence. Meanwhile, more murders of young homosexual males follow. The police remain disinterested in solving the murder of a few gays. This leaves Henry feeling he must seek out the truth by himself in order to prove, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that he did not commit the killings. However, an additional murder of a gay, especially a nosy lawyer, would not bother some high powered individuals who want their secrets kept hidden.

THE BURNING PLAIN is a fast-paced, very interesting police procedural with the added twist that the prime suspect is doing most of the who-done-it investigation. As in THE DEATH OF FRIENDS, Henry remains a great person who though flawed constantly rises above his own limitatations. The terrific story line is comlex, action packed and emotionally moving. Michael NavaÆs Rios novels are must readings for anyone who loves a book with heart and depth.