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4.03 AVERAGE
4.03 AVERAGE
I love this series of books by Louise Penny! This is the fourth in the series following Chief Inspector Gamache through homicide investigations in French Canada. This book, like the others, did not disappoint! I enjoy these books because it feels like returning to a favorite vacation spot - reuniting with old (quirky - just how I like 'em) friends and getting to know them just a little more each time! If you are a fan of murder mysteries but can't stomach the morbid details - these are the books for you. There is always a murder - but never gory. Gamache always gets his man or woman - but leads you through subtle twists and turns along the way. A little history, poetry, psychology and philosophy flavors the journey! Louise Penny makes me want to explore Quebec - but I will be sleeping with one eye open! You don't have to read the books in order - but it is more enjoyable if you do! Start with Still Life and enjoy your trip!
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Another enjoyable mystery from Louise Penny
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I had already liked this series, but I think this was my favorite book yet. Louise Penny has such interesting reflections on human nature and life.
Yet another lovely installation in this incredibly cozy, wonderful series. I think this might have been my favorite story yet. The overlap of original characters with a transportation to an equally cozy and atmospheric, but different setting was fun. I also loved getting more of Armand and Reine Marie in this book. 4.5 stars.
A Rule Against Murder was a really compelling murder mystery set at a hotel in rural Quebec. This was my first Louise Penny novel, and it was really excellent. The characters were beautifully crafted, the setting described in detail to where it was easy to visualize, the clues laid out and resolution of the mystery exceptionally well done.
I loved how the title was tied into the story, which I didn’t notice until the end.
I love a closed circle mystery, especially when it’s at a vacation resort. This one has a lot of suspects and I was kept guessing as to who and why.
I love a closed circle mystery, especially when it’s at a vacation resort. This one has a lot of suspects and I was kept guessing as to who and why.
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The ending was absolutely masterful. Loved the story