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Everyone on This Train Is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson

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plotprecise's review

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4.0

Solid mystery, bit rushed in the end.

enfinlivres's review against another edition

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3.0

This is framed as a fun, murder mystery but, the murder ultimately hangs fully unrelated to the stories of the

the rape of a woman and a murder-suicide of a child molester.

While I initially liked the story the ending gave me the ick. Why include topics this traumatic, if only for a red herring.

Also, there is a subplot about the disdain for

artificial intelligence.

I understand the concern around this theme but, it came across a tad whiny. However, I think this was the point as that specific character was very unlikable.

All in all, this is a fine read and I like listening to it while doing some tedious work.

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jerica_mercado's review

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adventurous funny mysterious reflective 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? Yes

5.0

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kechandler's review

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slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character

2.5

queenbookbuff's review

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funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Follow up to Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone.
The story kept me engaged and you can't help but love Ernst who is our bumbling turned detective narrator. He is the anthesis of Hercule Poirot except when the big reveal happens then he and Poirot are twins. Stevenson gives several nods to as he calls it "the golden age of crime fiction" which I appreciate because I love Agatha Christie. My only issue you is chatty super speed that often blends conversations and moments together.
Worth the read but I suggest picking it up at the library vs. buying it.
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