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3.47 AVERAGE
3.47 AVERAGE
Even though this was a re-read, and I could remember exactly who the killer was I enjoyed this jus as much as I did the first time around. Here, we are introduced to Roe, a part-time librarian, just in time for a spree of murders that resemble famous cases throughout history, to touch her mundane southern life. I love everything that Charlaine Harris writes (at least what I’ve read so far anyway) so it should come as no surprise that this is one of my favourite mystery series. Like Agatha Christie’s books, Real Murders truly is a cosy murder mystery that wraps up nice and neat in the end. Roe is a great protagonist, a gal who is smart enough to probe the mystery without leaving the reader lagging behind. Real Murders was super quick, I flew through it, leaving me satisfied, but also looking forward to the next instalment.
For more reviews check out my January Wrap-Up at https://cartonmanettedarnay.wordpress.com/2017/01/31/january-wrap-up/
For more reviews check out my January Wrap-Up at https://cartonmanettedarnay.wordpress.com/2017/01/31/january-wrap-up/
This series is not for me I'm afraid. I'm not really liking the protagonist, and the writing seems rather amateurish compared to Harris's other series.
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
I have wanted to read the Aurora Teagarden series for a while. This is the first in the series; I was attracted to it because I like other series Harris writes (Sookie Stackhouse and Harper Connolly) and because Aurora is a librarian!
I enjoyed the mystery element of the book and the bevy of interesting characters. The book was fairly predictable – I knew early on which crime was going to start and then be prevented to solve the spate of murders, but that was OK. It took me a while longer to figure out who the murderer was and my heart was racing during some of the sequences – the pacing is excellent.
I thoroughly enjoyed the romantic subplot too – two men are in competition for Aurora’s affection (even though her love life is normally barren!), and sadly, I already have a preferred victor.
At this stage it is the strength of the characters and my interest in Aurora’s love life that will keep me reading. Whether I read all 8 books remains to be seen but I’ll definitely be going for a second dip.
I enjoyed the mystery element of the book and the bevy of interesting characters. The book was fairly predictable – I knew early on which crime was going to start and then be prevented to solve the spate of murders, but that was OK. It took me a while longer to figure out who the murderer was and my heart was racing during some of the sequences – the pacing is excellent.
I thoroughly enjoyed the romantic subplot too – two men are in competition for Aurora’s affection (even though her love life is normally barren!), and sadly, I already have a preferred victor.
At this stage it is the strength of the characters and my interest in Aurora’s love life that will keep me reading. Whether I read all 8 books remains to be seen but I’ll definitely be going for a second dip.
Easy beach read murder mystery. Basic characters with little depth.
Lots of repetition, terrible narration (listened to Audio) and sickening use of hapless female main character that just feels safe with big strong man arms around her....
This book was exactly what I needed right now. It was a palate cleanser—sweet and cozy, with a good mystery. Roe is extremely lovable and relatable, and I thoroughly enjoyed her as a narrator. Will definitely be checking out the rest of the series!
Great start to a different series. Aurora Teagarden, librarian and mystery connoiseur is a lovable heroine. Definitely check out if you enjoy mysteries.
I started out with the first couple books in this series being rated at three stars but since I hated Julius House with the fiery passion of a thousand suns, I’m retroactively downgrading all the others.