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3.27 AVERAGE
3.27 AVERAGE
The Christmas Killer is the debut book of Alex Pine and first book in the DI James Walker Series. It takes place in a small Cumbrian village and features a third person narrator. I would describe this book as a slow burn whodunnit it mystery.
I thought the story would have more involvement from Andrew Sullivan who was the reason why the detective and his wife moved but there was little interaction with him. I found the storyline to be very interesting at times but I really wanted more murders because it would’ve been added more drama and suspense. I feel like the revealing of the killer was rushed although I never guessed who it was.
The only character that really stood out to me was Detective Walker because I found him to be relatable and entertaining. His wife Annie on the other hand was annoying and at times very whiny.
The Christmas Killer definitely needed a lot more murder especially since it was supposed to be 12 days and 12 victims but I would definitely be interested in reading the next book in the series to see what happens next.
I recieved an advanced copy for free, and this is my honest opinion.
I thought the story would have more involvement from Andrew Sullivan who was the reason why the detective and his wife moved but there was little interaction with him. I found the storyline to be very interesting at times but I really wanted more murders because it would’ve been added more drama and suspense. I feel like the revealing of the killer was rushed although I never guessed who it was.
The only character that really stood out to me was Detective Walker because I found him to be relatable and entertaining. His wife Annie on the other hand was annoying and at times very whiny.
The Christmas Killer definitely needed a lot more murder especially since it was supposed to be 12 days and 12 victims but I would definitely be interested in reading the next book in the series to see what happens next.
I recieved an advanced copy for free, and this is my honest opinion.
The festive crime thriller just made it into a 4 star read. Really enjoyed the Lake District setting. Looking forward to the next in the series
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A gripping read
Although I had a fee!ing who the murderer was I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and it certainly had me gripped from the start. A definite one more chapter read.
Although I had a fee!ing who the murderer was I still thoroughly enjoyed this book and it certainly had me gripped from the start. A definite one more chapter read.
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I didn’t get into the story; might pick it up again later this year
Not in the mood for Christmas books
