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calico10's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
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
3.75
wgower's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
kyle120888's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
tsquare345's review against another edition
4.0
Totally absorbing! I’m so glad to have come across this novel. And it’s part of a series, win!
jonathanadams's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
jacqueshol's review against another edition
2.0
Pendergast is back with a few of the characters of the previous two books in the series, most notably Bill Smithback. Most disappointingly D'Agosta does not feature in this instalment which is a shame as he was my favourite character of the series to now.
Unfortunately I decided to listen to the audiobook and only an abridged version was available on Scribd. Normally I find that these edits are done rather well, but this is not the case with the Cabinet of Curiosities. There were many instances where I was left dumbfounded as to how the story line suddenly changed only to remember that I was listening to an abridged version. I still don't get it why publishers want to sell abridged versions of their books. If I were an author, I would never allow it. (I'm sulky if you can't tell).
Not withstanding my gripe above, the story had all the ingredients of being another good one. However, the editing left me so unhappy that I could not in good conscience rate it more than two stars. I considered rating it three stars, but that would be a lie as I would not recommend anyone listening to this abridged version. It is without a doubt the worst abridged book I've ever listened to in terms of continuity.
Unfortunately I decided to listen to the audiobook and only an abridged version was available on Scribd. Normally I find that these edits are done rather well, but this is not the case with the Cabinet of Curiosities. There were many instances where I was left dumbfounded as to how the story line suddenly changed only to remember that I was listening to an abridged version. I still don't get it why publishers want to sell abridged versions of their books. If I were an author, I would never allow it. (I'm sulky if you can't tell).
Not withstanding my gripe above, the story had all the ingredients of being another good one. However, the editing left me so unhappy that I could not in good conscience rate it more than two stars. I considered rating it three stars, but that would be a lie as I would not recommend anyone listening to this abridged version. It is without a doubt the worst abridged book I've ever listened to in terms of continuity.
duparker's review against another edition
3.0
I can see why people like this series
The formula works well; there is a cliff hanger feel along with a top choice for comfort arrogance to the Prendergast character. It's relatable and annoying at the same time. The story was good, with an interesting plot and a smooth transiting from fiction to mystery.
The formula works well; there is a cliff hanger feel along with a top choice for comfort arrogance to the Prendergast character. It's relatable and annoying at the same time. The story was good, with an interesting plot and a smooth transiting from fiction to mystery.
pandaspirit's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
witchboynym's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I read this book first before any of the other Pendergast novels, and if you're looking for a random way to get into the series that is not a bad way to do it. This book is wonderful, especially if you're interested in anthropology, museums, or a wonderful mystery.