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3.47 AVERAGE
3.47 AVERAGE
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Blood Pigeon Red
4 ⭐️
Action packed quick read/listen very enjoyable. It was nice to listen to something different. My first action - crime book and it was pretty interesting. Mobster mentality type and the narrator did an amazing job with all the voices I knew which character was which. Rico is a definite character he would make a great character in a movie. This book would be great for a man or woman who loves action & who is trying to get into reading it will definitely get their attention.
Run this book in paperback right now is less than $5 on amazon! I recommend the audiobook as well.
I was gifted this book in exchange for a honest review.
Rico Stays by Ed Duncan
4.5/5⭐️
Rico returns for the third book in the Pigeon-Blood Red series. This book allows the reader to see Rico in a different light as his relationship with Jean develops. The book also follows the characters Paul and Evelyn from books one and two. I think this book was the best book in the Pigeon-Blood Red series. The characters were better developed. The plot delivered in every aspect and has the reader hooked from the start. I just wish the book could have been longer!
This book is perfect for anyone who loves an action packed thriller.
Rico Stays by Ed Duncan
4.5/5⭐️
Rico returns for the third book in the Pigeon-Blood Red series. This book allows the reader to see Rico in a different light as his relationship with Jean develops. The book also follows the characters Paul and Evelyn from books one and two. I think this book was the best book in the Pigeon-Blood Red series. The characters were better developed. The plot delivered in every aspect and has the reader hooked from the start. I just wish the book could have been longer!
This book is perfect for anyone who loves an action packed thriller.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-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:
No
At only 200 pages this is a short sharp read and one that is thoroughly enjoyable.
It has a real-life mafia vibe to it complete with hitmen, conmen and generally unsavoury characters. The entire story is straight to the point with swift justice evoked throughout as problems are dealt with using violence rather than words.
Rico is charged with the job of retrieving his bosses priceless necklace containing the pigeon-blood red ruby after it was stolen almost right from under him. What follows is a cat and mouse like game that takes them from Chicago to Honolulu as he chases down the priceless gem.
Unfortunately, there is collateral damage in the form of innocent bystanders as this fast-paced gritty crime story plays out before us, but when your crime boss tells you to get a job done then what choice do you have?
Thank you so much to Book Publicity Services and the author for my #gifted copy.
It has a real-life mafia vibe to it complete with hitmen, conmen and generally unsavoury characters. The entire story is straight to the point with swift justice evoked throughout as problems are dealt with using violence rather than words.
Rico is charged with the job of retrieving his bosses priceless necklace containing the pigeon-blood red ruby after it was stolen almost right from under him. What follows is a cat and mouse like game that takes them from Chicago to Honolulu as he chases down the priceless gem.
Unfortunately, there is collateral damage in the form of innocent bystanders as this fast-paced gritty crime story plays out before us, but when your crime boss tells you to get a job done then what choice do you have?
Thank you so much to Book Publicity Services and the author for my #gifted copy.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
this was a really quick read. I feel like if it was a tv show it would be fun to watch. I'm not really sure how I felt about Rico. I warmed up to him in the end a bit. the other characters need a bit more time to get attached to but they all had included backstories which I liked.
one thing throughout the book was that this would appeal more to men. the way women are written about is unnecessarily sexual.
if you enjoy shows like peaky blinders you'd enjoy this.
note: publisher sent me a copy to review
one thing throughout the book was that this would appeal more to men. the way women are written about is unnecessarily sexual.
if you enjoy shows like peaky blinders you'd enjoy this.
note: publisher sent me a copy to review
actual rating 4.5 REVIEW TO COME ASAP!
I highly enjoyed reading this book. I thought it was paced perfectly, and had just the right amount of action. The amount of backstory given was just enough. I loved that the point of views changed within the chapters and not every other chapter. It helped to see what each character was feeling in each situation thrown at them at the same time.
I loved the character development throughout the story, I feel like I knew each and every one of the main characters. For some odd reason I was really drawn to Rico. I know he wasn’t a “good guy” but he was just so loyal throughout the book. I wasn’t shocked at any characters actions, but I though that was a good thing because I felt that I really knew each character and their though process.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good crime thriller. It also would be a nice start if you want to get into crime thrillers. It was so easy to read and keep up with what was going on. I haven’t read the most crime thrillers, but this was definitely the best one I have read. I can’t wait to check out more of Ed Duncan’s books!
I highly enjoyed reading this book. I thought it was paced perfectly, and had just the right amount of action. The amount of backstory given was just enough. I loved that the point of views changed within the chapters and not every other chapter. It helped to see what each character was feeling in each situation thrown at them at the same time.
I loved the character development throughout the story, I feel like I knew each and every one of the main characters. For some odd reason I was really drawn to Rico. I know he wasn’t a “good guy” but he was just so loyal throughout the book. I wasn’t shocked at any characters actions, but I though that was a good thing because I felt that I really knew each character and their though process.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good crime thriller. It also would be a nice start if you want to get into crime thrillers. It was so easy to read and keep up with what was going on. I haven’t read the most crime thrillers, but this was definitely the best one I have read. I can’t wait to check out more of Ed Duncan’s books!
Disclaimer: was provided a free copy of this book in exchange for a review
The noir crime genre is one I’ve never explored before and I’m not entirely sure it was my cup of tea. Whilst the action was fast paced I personally wasn’t interested in the content in the plot and found descriptions and the narrative quite wordy.
I can imagine if this is a genre that you’re into that you’ll find great pleasure in this book!
The noir crime genre is one I’ve never explored before and I’m not entirely sure it was my cup of tea. Whilst the action was fast paced I personally wasn’t interested in the content in the plot and found descriptions and the narrative quite wordy.
I can imagine if this is a genre that you’re into that you’ll find great pleasure in this book!
(GIFTED)
For underworld enforcer Richard "Rico" Sanders, it seemed like an ordinary job: retrieve his gangster boss's stolen goods, and teach the person responsible a lesson.
But the chase quickly goes sideways and takes Rico from the mean streets of Chicago to sunny Honolulu. There, the hardened hit man finds himself in uncharted territory, when innocent bystanders are accidentally embroiled in a crime. As Rico pursues his new targets, hunter and prey develop an unlikely respect for one another. Soon, he is faced with a momentous decision: follow his orders to kill the very people who have won his admiration, or refuse and endanger the life of the woman he loves?
***
Firstly, as always I would like to thank Kelsey and the team at @bookpublicityservices for the #gifted copy!
Pigeon-Blood Red is action packed and fast paced! I do not usually read storylines about gangsta’s however I enjoyed the narrative very much and would be interested to try more!
The characters went through fazes of being unlikeable to likeable which created an exciting yet tense read as you did not know where the book was heading and how you would feel towards the end.
The only reason why I gave the book 3 stars was because I felt like it was a little rushed. It was quite a small book of 203 pages and I felt like there were moments where there could have been potential character background stories to showcase emotion and development.
Overall, this is a fun quick read! If you enjoy gangsta’s, crime, romance etc… this is for you.
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Richard “Rico” Sanders, a hit man from Chicago sets off for a normal job. He must recover a pigeon blood red ruby necklace from a double-crosser and teach him a lesson. When Rico follows his target from his hometown to sunny Honolulu, some bystanders get embroiled into the situation and soon mayhem ensues. Rico is faced with a decision: does he follow his order and kill all those involved (even if they are innocent) or does he refuse and endanger the woman he loves?
Pigeon Blood Red, a gangster style thriller from Ed Duncan, was something completely outside of my comfort zone. I don’t usually read military or gangster style thrillers so I was excited to step outside of my box and see what this one had to offer.
The novel opens in the midst of the action. Robert is down on his luck, an alcoholic and gambling addict, he’s racked up quite the hefty bill with gangster Frank Litvak. Robert, struggling to figure out a way to bide time, and come up with the money he owes before he’s taken out by Litvak’s henchman, Rico, steals a necklace from home and flees to Honolulu with his wife. This is all within the first five chapters!
Although the idea was great and the plot had strong points, I struggled with the execution. So much happens and it is very character centered. However, we are not provided with much backstory or previous information to how these characters connect or what they are about. I found it very hard to keep characters straight or root for anyone. The novel is narrated in the third person, which I also felt added a bit of strain to the plot; if we are not given any back story and the characters are not given narrative voice to explain their motivations, it leaves the reader responsible for making these connections and, I, personally, was not able to.
That being said, this novel was very fast paced. I read it easily in a couple of sittings and it read like a movie. I could certainly see it being well received on screen.
I think that lovers of gangster style novels would welcome this novel into their repertoire or if connecting with characters are not important to you, you may enjoy this one!
Thank you to the publisher and the author for a copy of this book; it was my pleasure to provide an honest review.
www.cluesandreviews.wordpress.com
Richard “Rico” Sanders, a hit man from Chicago sets off for a normal job. He must recover a pigeon blood red ruby necklace from a double-crosser and teach him a lesson. When Rico follows his target from his hometown to sunny Honolulu, some bystanders get embroiled into the situation and soon mayhem ensues. Rico is faced with a decision: does he follow his order and kill all those involved (even if they are innocent) or does he refuse and endanger the woman he loves?
Pigeon Blood Red, a gangster style thriller from Ed Duncan, was something completely outside of my comfort zone. I don’t usually read military or gangster style thrillers so I was excited to step outside of my box and see what this one had to offer.
The novel opens in the midst of the action. Robert is down on his luck, an alcoholic and gambling addict, he’s racked up quite the hefty bill with gangster Frank Litvak. Robert, struggling to figure out a way to bide time, and come up with the money he owes before he’s taken out by Litvak’s henchman, Rico, steals a necklace from home and flees to Honolulu with his wife. This is all within the first five chapters!
Although the idea was great and the plot had strong points, I struggled with the execution. So much happens and it is very character centered. However, we are not provided with much backstory or previous information to how these characters connect or what they are about. I found it very hard to keep characters straight or root for anyone. The novel is narrated in the third person, which I also felt added a bit of strain to the plot; if we are not given any back story and the characters are not given narrative voice to explain their motivations, it leaves the reader responsible for making these connections and, I, personally, was not able to.
That being said, this novel was very fast paced. I read it easily in a couple of sittings and it read like a movie. I could certainly see it being well received on screen.
I think that lovers of gangster style novels would welcome this novel into their repertoire or if connecting with characters are not important to you, you may enjoy this one!
Thank you to the publisher and the author for a copy of this book; it was my pleasure to provide an honest review.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Pigeon-Blood Red is an action-packed thriller filled with murder, a stolen ruby necklace, and unsavory characters. The hunt for the stolen necklace travels from Chicago to Honolulu. I love all the Chicago details that Duncan adds to the story. Rico is simply the perfect morally gray anti-hero!
Pigeon-Blood Red is book one in the trilogy, and I look forward to discovering what becomes of Rico and his love interest Jean.