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tregina's review against another edition
3.0
It struck me as strange how the book was so divided between the two tangentially related stories--to the point where Phryne put off the police even though she'd already solved the murder to go deal with the other--but I loved, loved the war descriptions and the dealing with PTSD, and I really love how the books are so full of women and queer characters.
jan1955's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.0
thebookishowl4's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: War
Minor: Homophobia and Mental illness
theavidreaderandbibliophile's review against another edition
4.0
The Green Mill Murder by Kerry Greenwood is the fifth book in The Phryne Fisher Mystery series. Phryne Fisher is out dancing the Green Mill with Charles Freeman. A forty-eight-hour dancing marathon is winding down with just two couples left on the floor. Phryne is enjoying the music of Tintagel Stone and the Jazz Makers (they are without their singer, Nerine, though). Phryne is dancing with Charles to “Bye Bye Blackbird” when a man collapses on the floor behind her. The man did not fall down from exhaustion. He appears to have been stabbed in the chest. The police are called and soon Detective Jack Robinson arrives on the scene. He is, of course, not surprised to see Phryne on hand. Phryne hangs out with the band while waiting her turn to be questioned (and manages to ask some probing questions of her own). Charles who was quite squeamish at the sight of a body, bolted off towards the gent’s room. When it is finally time for Phryne to leave the dance club, Charles has failed to return. Charles has disappeared which does not bode well especially for Phryne who will have to explain to Charles’ overanxious mother. Charles fails to return home to his mother by the next morning, and Phryne is hired to locate him. After some investigation, Phryne discovers that the older Freeman son, Victor is not dead. Mrs. Freeman now wishes Phryne to locate both of her sons. Phryne will take to the skies in her Gypsy Moth Rigel to get the answers Mrs. Freeman seeks. Join Phryne on her latest adventure in The Green Mill Murder.
The Green Mill Murder is well-written, has a wonderful (and engaging) main character, and a beautiful setting. I appreciate and enjoy the other characters as well (Mr. Butler, Dot, Bert, Cec and especially Jack). I loved the complex mysteries and the unique method of murder (the writer came up with a good one this time). There was more than one case for Phryne to solve in this novel. She ends up having to find an errant husband and help the dance competition winners get their prize. I give The Green Mill Murder 4.25 out of 5 stars (I liked it). The Green Mill Murder has blackmail, murder, a romantic liaison, two missing people (well, technically one is hiding), a jazz band, and a high-flying adventure. The readers are also provided descriptions of Phryne’s gorgeous clothes and the scenery she views from her airplane. I loved the addition of the fun-loving wombat who loves potatoes (thankfully). I look forward to reading the next book in The Phryne Fisher Murder Mysteries.
The Green Mill Murder is well-written, has a wonderful (and engaging) main character, and a beautiful setting. I appreciate and enjoy the other characters as well (Mr. Butler, Dot, Bert, Cec and especially Jack). I loved the complex mysteries and the unique method of murder (the writer came up with a good one this time). There was more than one case for Phryne to solve in this novel. She ends up having to find an errant husband and help the dance competition winners get their prize. I give The Green Mill Murder 4.25 out of 5 stars (I liked it). The Green Mill Murder has blackmail, murder, a romantic liaison, two missing people (well, technically one is hiding), a jazz band, and a high-flying adventure. The readers are also provided descriptions of Phryne’s gorgeous clothes and the scenery she views from her airplane. I loved the addition of the fun-loving wombat who loves potatoes (thankfully). I look forward to reading the next book in The Phryne Fisher Murder Mysteries.
msdeecm's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
claralivesinbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
It was fun going back to these characters. It was pretty easy to deduce who the killer was. I go back to these for the characters and setting, the mysteries are fun but not out of this world. Still, they're fun to read.
mjporterauthor's review against another edition
4.0
I received a free E Arc from Netgalley.
This is the third Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries book that I've read and I think, the most enjoyable to date. It is filled with the glamour of Jazz clubs in Australia in the late 1920's and the quieter moments of how men dealt with the aftermath of World War I (a theme often to be found in these books and one that is always handled compassionately), and as such takes the reader away from the city and into the hinterland of Australia and its vastness.
The murder mystery is intriguing enough to keep you interested until the end, although, as so often with these books, the solving of the mystery is never as straight-forward as it could be, and neither is it the author's only intention. The portrayal of 1920's Australia is also a very important element of the books - the glitz, the glamour and the seedier side as well.
I am definitely a firm Miss Fisher fan and will continue to read the books even though I've now watched all the TV episodes (which I must also say, often slightly veer away from the books and therefore provide even more enjoyment.)
This is the third Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries book that I've read and I think, the most enjoyable to date. It is filled with the glamour of Jazz clubs in Australia in the late 1920's and the quieter moments of how men dealt with the aftermath of World War I (a theme often to be found in these books and one that is always handled compassionately), and as such takes the reader away from the city and into the hinterland of Australia and its vastness.
The murder mystery is intriguing enough to keep you interested until the end, although, as so often with these books, the solving of the mystery is never as straight-forward as it could be, and neither is it the author's only intention. The portrayal of 1920's Australia is also a very important element of the books - the glitz, the glamour and the seedier side as well.
I am definitely a firm Miss Fisher fan and will continue to read the books even though I've now watched all the TV episodes (which I must also say, often slightly veer away from the books and therefore provide even more enjoyment.)
mssunnyskies's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0