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foxon's review against another edition
3.0
I'm a sucker for historical mysteries and this is one I'm interested in continuing. The main plot focus of the murder victim is oddly refreshing. Although the inevitable romantic subplot results in a female protagonist that I do not like at all. She is an actress with a past which in general is not bad but I dont like that she made St. Cyr decisions for him. The arrogance is explained and possibly even understandable but still. This story takes place in 1811 and I feel like the author does a great job of portraying the time period. I will keep on with Devlin.
lizzy_22's review against another edition
3.0
This was an excellent historical mystery that had me untangling the threads of who did what to whom all the way to the end. There was, however, something of a missing edge to the storytelling that I can't quite put my finger on and it might be that because we are learning about this world and the set up takes something away from the character development(but certainly not the story).
Still, there are good strong threads for more interesting mysteries ahead and if Sebastian and his circle of friends, family and confidants develop more fully than it can only get better than this and I fully intend on finding out.
Still, there are good strong threads for more interesting mysteries ahead and if Sebastian and his circle of friends, family and confidants develop more fully than it can only get better than this and I fully intend on finding out.
con_bonus's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
orinoco450's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
jmorr290's review against another edition
4.0
3 1/2 stars. Very good historical mystery - liked the main character, well developed. Did not like his live interest , Kat Boleyn - lets hope she does not appear in future episodes. Well researched . Will continue with the series
thunguyen's review against another edition
5.0
The series had me at its 3-word titles. I want to read them all but not sure if I have the stamina to read all 18 books (number standing in 2021).
The introducing book was done in such a clever way to start a string of character developments. Viscount Devlin, hellish rake, disinterested heir, traumatized ex-soldier, brokenhearted lover, accused murderer and fugitive. While tagging along him through the murder investigation, we also learn about his past, his view of society and justice, his relationship with his father and sister, the last 2 members of his family. His romance with Kat Boleyn also plays a major part in this book. Spoiler alert, it's not a HEA. The romance trope is one of forbidden love and has a lot of pain and sadness to it.
The murder mystery itself is complicated with many twists and turns. Though the identity of the killer did cross my mind at first. The book kept me guessing until the moment the author chose to reveal it.
The introducing book was done in such a clever way to start a string of character developments. Viscount Devlin, hellish rake, disinterested heir, traumatized ex-soldier, brokenhearted lover, accused murderer and fugitive. While tagging along him through the murder investigation, we also learn about his past, his view of society and justice, his relationship with his father and sister, the last 2 members of his family. His romance with Kat Boleyn also plays a major part in this book. Spoiler alert, it's not a HEA. The romance trope is one of forbidden love and has a lot of pain and sadness to it.
The murder mystery itself is complicated with many twists and turns. Though the identity of the killer did cross my mind at first. The book kept me guessing until the moment the author chose to reveal it.
zoemaja's review against another edition
5.0
bought for kindle. Love, love love! I haven't read a real murder mystery in ages and this one was perfectly gripping. Love the characters, can't wait to see what happens to them next.
roshk99's review against another edition
4.0
Fantastic book. The character of Sebastion is fantastic and he seems very realistic but also likeable as the main character. The plot is complex enough to keep the reader's attention but not incomprehensible. All in all a great historical mystery
majkia's review against another edition
4.0
This was a re-read for me, from many years ago. I hadn't realized it until I was a couple of chapters in, then I just kept reading it. Good period mystery set in an interesting time of history, and with likable characters.