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cutenanya's review
3.0
I actually think this series is quite different from what I have expected. I thought it would be like the royal spyness series but it turned out to be more political in nature and not just a simple cozy street mystery. The plot is okay and the new characters all have strong personalities, but I am disappointed there are so few interactions between Molly and Daniel. I will continue this series and give the next book a try.but at the moment, I think I like the Royal Spyness series more.
alidottie's review
3.0
3 and a half stars
I like Molly Murphy all right, but I still definitely prefer Bowen's Inspector Evan Evans.
There was a plus in this book in that it's ending took on a real bit of American history--just skimming the surface, but making me want to learn more about this event.
I like Molly Murphy all right, but I still definitely prefer Bowen's Inspector Evan Evans.
There was a plus in this book in that it's ending took on a real bit of American history--just skimming the surface, but making me want to learn more about this event.
ktaylor1164's review
4.0
Love Bowen's attention to detail--this is a believable early 20th century New York, and we explore it along with our wide-eyed heroine Molly. Molly does run the risk of becoming a bit too perfect to be true, but otherwise I enjoyed this light mystery. A fun read.
fowlermillbabe's review against another edition
4.0
Always good to read about Molly! Reading from the beginning of the series gives me more insight to some of the characters.
wolfsonarchitect's review
3.0
I enjoyed this mystery set in 1900s Manhattan as the story is told from the perspective of a recent Irish immigrant woman who wants to be a private investigator at a time when such a thing was unheard of. The novel depicts various parts of Manhattan, dwelling on Greenwich Village. It integrates US history into the story line in a clever way.