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egibson87's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
togidemi's review against another edition
4.0
This is the third mystery/thriller this year I've spent a whole day reading, and I'm starting to think they're dangerous for my schedule.
Not a surprise that I loved this installment and am distressed at the thought of waiting for the next one (though with when this was published and all the free time Rowling has on her hands with quarantine and, you know, getting cancelled, I really hope I don't have to wait long). Intriguing mystery with several complex threads all tied together with all the BULLSHIT Robin and Strike put themselves through. They yet again manage to dance around that razor edge between friendship and romance and I hate (love) it. This damn series is equal parts detective drama and slowburn fic. Chef kiss.
She IS very fond of the... Killer Monologuing As One of Our Protagonists is in Dire Danger climax. Fourth book, same formula. This might be a thorn if she tries it again in the next book, but so far, eh. There were at least a steady stream of clues in the story itself so the monologue is just tying all the threads together for idiots like me. This book was also the most removed from the cast of background characters - Wardle, Nick and Ilsa, and the like - which was very difficult to me trying to remember names years after I'd read the last book.
Speaking of the last book... the ending to this was a little "meh", but that's probably just me comparing it to the third Strike book (my favorite) and it falling flat.
Is this book objectively good? EhhHhH I think it could be remarkably boring in places, and the monologue climax is formulaic, but I'm unfortunately a big ol' sucker for both slowburn romance and webby murder mysteries so I like this a whole load more than I guess I should.
Not a surprise that I loved this installment and am distressed at the thought of waiting for the next one (though with when this was published and all the free time Rowling has on her hands with quarantine and, you know, getting cancelled, I really hope I don't have to wait long). Intriguing mystery with several complex threads all tied together with all the BULLSHIT Robin and Strike put themselves through. They yet again manage to dance around that razor edge between friendship and romance and I hate (love) it. This damn series is equal parts detective drama and slowburn fic. Chef kiss.
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Actually the more I think about it the more the slowburn tag is apt, lmao. YEAH ROWLING MAKE ME READ THROUGH 650 PAGES FOR A HUG AND AN ACCIDENTAL KISS. Next book she's gonna make them HOLD HANDS to keep it spicy. FUCK yeah.She IS very fond of the... Killer Monologuing As One of Our Protagonists is in Dire Danger climax. Fourth book, same formula. This might be a thorn if she tries it again in the next book, but so far, eh. There were at least a steady stream of clues in the story itself so the monologue is just tying all the threads together for idiots like me. This book was also the most removed from the cast of background characters - Wardle, Nick and Ilsa, and the like - which was very difficult to me trying to remember names years after I'd read the last book.
Speaking of the last book... the ending to this was a little "meh", but that's probably just me comparing it to the third Strike book (my favorite) and it falling flat.
Is this book objectively good? EhhHhH I think it could be remarkably boring in places, and the monologue climax is formulaic, but I'm unfortunately a big ol' sucker for both slowburn romance and webby murder mysteries so I like this a whole load more than I guess I should.
afender's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
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? No
4.5
miba67's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
lwalsh93's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
antebacic's review against another edition
5.0
If the series started a bit shyly, now it has slowly crept under the skin.
Obviously, the longer the book, the better the author. This gives her the opportunity to make the characters, who are excellent from the beginning, even more realistic in unusual situations.
London, aristocracy and commoners, English style of behavior in general, life problems of fast life and personal ambitions and crime plot. In short - great!
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Ako je serijal počeo pomalo sramežljivo, sad se lagano uvukao ispod kože.
Očito je autorica bolja što je knjiga duža. To joj daje priliku likove, koji su od početka odlični, učiniti još životnijima u neobičnim situacijama.
London, aristokracija i pučani, engleski stil ophođenja općenito, životni problemi brzog života i osobne ambicije te krimi zaplet. Ukratko - odlično!
Obviously, the longer the book, the better the author. This gives her the opportunity to make the characters, who are excellent from the beginning, even more realistic in unusual situations.
London, aristocracy and commoners, English style of behavior in general, life problems of fast life and personal ambitions and crime plot. In short - great!
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Ako je serijal počeo pomalo sramežljivo, sad se lagano uvukao ispod kože.
Očito je autorica bolja što je knjiga duža. To joj daje priliku likove, koji su od početka odlični, učiniti još životnijima u neobičnim situacijama.
London, aristokracija i pučani, engleski stil ophođenja općenito, životni problemi brzog života i osobne ambicije te krimi zaplet. Ukratko - odlično!
betwixtbooks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
manhattanmike's review against another edition
5.0
Really enjoyed this novel! I loved picking it up to return to the relationship between Strike and Robin. Human relationships, particularly family ones, are a strength of Rowling. Combined with a light style and careful plotting it’s a win win for me. I usually prefer plot driven stories but this was compelling.
With reference to the other reviews; I didn’t think it was too long (because I was enjoying it so much); the plot was complex and I’m glad I’m not the only one who began to lose touch with some of it! But three cheers to JK for writing ambitiously about a complex family.
With reference to the other reviews; I didn’t think it was too long (because I was enjoying it so much); the plot was complex and I’m glad I’m not the only one who began to lose touch with some of it! But three cheers to JK for writing ambitiously about a complex family.
lurker_stalker's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed it. Some of the connections were too convenient but overall, it made me happy. I can't help but love Cormoran and Robin. Not necessarily together but as individuals, I love them.