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sloreads_ca's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
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? No
5.0
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Man, this book hooked me in the first chapter.
I've read Kelley Armstrong's historical fantasy series and was really impressed. City of the Lost takes it up another notch. The book reminds me a lot of City Under One Roof by Iris Yamashita. It has similar themes of isolation, survival, and a town that's got its own rules of law. Rockton's different, though. People escape to it, and paying to go off the grid is part of a business practice.
The logistics are well thought out, but the characters are fantastic, too. Casey Duncan seems to be trying to do what's right and be good at her job while dealing with gnarly trauma.
If the rest of the series keeps improving, I'll recommend it to everyone I know ad nauseum. The mystery is great, the setting is outstanding, and everything fits together so smoothly.
Man, this book hooked me in the first chapter.
I've read Kelley Armstrong's historical fantasy series and was really impressed. City of the Lost takes it up another notch. The book reminds me a lot of City Under One Roof by Iris Yamashita. It has similar themes of isolation, survival, and a town that's got its own rules of law. Rockton's different, though. People escape to it, and paying to go off the grid is part of a business practice.
The logistics are well thought out, but the characters are fantastic, too. Casey Duncan seems to be trying to do what's right and be good at her job while dealing with gnarly trauma.
If the rest of the series keeps improving, I'll recommend it to everyone I know ad nauseum. The mystery is great, the setting is outstanding, and everything fits together so smoothly.
trinad's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
courtneyyloves's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 Stars
It was a lot of atmosphere/town building. The last 30% was the best. I would say it was more of a mystery than a thriller.
I think I will continue with the series, At least one more book in hopes it improves or I like it more. I wasn’t feeling any chemistry between any of the characters.
It was a lot of atmosphere/town building. The last 30% was the best. I would say it was more of a mystery than a thriller.
I think I will continue with the series, At least one more book in hopes it improves or I like it more. I wasn’t feeling any chemistry between any of the characters.
scoutee's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
starry2013's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
5.0
myriadreads's review against another edition
4.0
I couldn't put it down! This was my first ever Armstrong, and I'll be back for more. I really like Casey, and I'm glad that I'll get to read more about her as the series continues.
gkelch's review against another edition
5.0
This was a really fun mystery with an interesting premise and a good ratio of romance to detective work. I listened to the audiobook during my commute and found myself wanting to keep listening after I got out of the car. Very enjoyable!