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miserablesplendor's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
plantbasedbride's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The Windsor Knot reads like a cozy classic whodunnit with the added intriguing characterization of the Queen and her personal relationships.
After a guest at Windsor castle dies in suspicious circumstances with the Queen under the same roof, MI5 takes an interest in the case. With her assistant, Rozie, doing the legwork, the Queen does some sleuthing of her own, subtly pointing investigators of a more official capacity in the right direction.
While there were undoubtedly many aspects of this story that I enjoyed, the ending was particularly poignant and Rozie was a fascinating character; I did find the solution to the puzzle slightly underwhelming.
I also must admit, some of my reticence when it comes to the enjoyment of this book is due to recent circumstances in the news with the vilifying of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry and the very recent death of Prince Philip. I suppose this is the risk you take in writing fiction featuring real, living people as protagonists.
Still, overall I enjoyed this story. I listened to the audiobook, and the narration was very well done. It was a quick listen that made me chuckle and tear up and was a lovely choice for a rainy afternoon!
Thank you to William Morrow and Harper Audio for allowing me to listen to this audiobook through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
After a guest at Windsor castle dies in suspicious circumstances with the Queen under the same roof, MI5 takes an interest in the case. With her assistant, Rozie, doing the legwork, the Queen does some sleuthing of her own, subtly pointing investigators of a more official capacity in the right direction.
While there were undoubtedly many aspects of this story that I enjoyed, the ending was particularly poignant and Rozie was a fascinating character; I did find the solution to the puzzle slightly underwhelming.
I also must admit, some of my reticence when it comes to the enjoyment of this book is due to recent circumstances in the news with the vilifying of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry and the very recent death of Prince Philip. I suppose this is the risk you take in writing fiction featuring real, living people as protagonists.
Still, overall I enjoyed this story. I listened to the audiobook, and the narration was very well done. It was a quick listen that made me chuckle and tear up and was a lovely choice for a rainy afternoon!
Thank you to William Morrow and Harper Audio for allowing me to listen to this audiobook through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Drug use, and Suicide
katlouise's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Suicide, and Death
Minor: Homophobia and Hate crime
menapla's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
bethbarron's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This felt like a really low-anxiety Louise Penny novel - a great break from the world at large. It's a bit of a stretch in my brain to imagine the Queen as a detective, but with her unparalleled time on the throne I wouldn't be surprised if she helped other less competent people solve mysteries. The initial death in the novel reminded me of Downton Abbey - the Turkish gentleman - but only slightly less scandalous.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death and Murder
cuppacora's review against another edition
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Drug abuse, and Murder
dorakathryn's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Death, Drug abuse, and Sexism
Minor: Hate crime, Homophobia, and Racism
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