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yv3ske's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
4.25
cnorbury's review against another edition
5.0
Expert mystery storytelling by Connelly makes this an outstanding read. He weaves an intricate plot that kept me guessing as to the murderer--sort of--I expected someone pretty early on, then decided that person couldn't have done it, only to find out that person did kill the victim (with help). But Connelly put in a clever twist at the end that I doubt any reader would have guessed.
Harry Bosch is an iconic protagonist in the detective genre and for good reason. He walks the edge between lawfully doing his job and breaking most of the rules in the book and risking his badge in the process. Connelly shows his readers Bosch's humanity, his weaknesses and strengths, and takes us deep into Bosch's emotions, especially when it comes to his love life (overall, one of his weak points, I think. He doesn't have the best of luck with women.).
If you like Connelly's work, put this at the top of your TBR list.
Harry Bosch is an iconic protagonist in the detective genre and for good reason. He walks the edge between lawfully doing his job and breaking most of the rules in the book and risking his badge in the process. Connelly shows his readers Bosch's humanity, his weaknesses and strengths, and takes us deep into Bosch's emotions, especially when it comes to his love life (overall, one of his weak points, I think. He doesn't have the best of luck with women.).
If you like Connelly's work, put this at the top of your TBR list.
jecamp86's review against another edition
5.0
Best crime series
This series is incredible. So much detail in such a harsh world that really shapes and colors the narrative of this series. The characters are so interesting and I can’t wait to dive into more.
This series is incredible. So much detail in such a harsh world that really shapes and colors the narrative of this series. The characters are so interesting and I can’t wait to dive into more.
ilovebakedgoods's review against another edition
3.0
Found this one a bit draggy and wordy but I still enjoyed it enough to give 3 stars.
andrew61's review against another edition
4.0
Harry Bosch is definitely becoming a favourite character and I'm just wondering why I've come to the books 20 years late. Here , back at work after a break he returns to the LAPD homicide division . It's interesting that Connelly writing in the 90's references the poor image of the department after Rodney King ,O J Simpson et al. His first job is as lead with two other detectives when they find a body in the trunk of a Rolls Royce in the early hours, it looks like a professional hit but surprisingly organised crime don't want to know. Harry's investigation takes him back and forth to Las Vegas where he meets some tough guys and an old flame, whilst back in LA he quickly ends up crossing swords as ever with the FBI, and Internal Affairs. As ever his love life seems doomed and he skates close to the wind as he tackles the baddies. A great page turner.
lisahelene's review against another edition
5.0
This is the 5th book in the Harry Bosch series and so far I like it the best. I did have to look back to see who Eleanor was, it had been so long since I read "Black Echo". There were a couple of surprises, won't go into that as I don't do "spoilers" but I really did enjoy the book.
princessdeleon's review against another edition
4.0
I liked it because I'm a sap but not my fav plot in a Bosch book. Maybe if they had laid the groundwork in the last 2 books of Bosch still thinking about [redacted]
shahrun's review against another edition
3.0
Another enjoyable Dective Bosh outing. I have read this one before, but didn't realise until I'd started it. My enjoyment wasn't impaired in any way, as it has been a few years since I would have last enjoyed reading it, or infact any book by Mr Connelly. I had forgotten how good a writer he is.