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8797999's review
4.0
Superb, found this a very enjoyable read. A bit tough with the vignettes of the past running through it but it all made sense in the end, and a brutal climax to boot. Great series so far.
sandin954's review
5.0
Excellent court room drama set in Bari, Italy. I really enjoy the main character who, while a bit cynical, will still take on cases that others avoid. Was also impressed with how much plot the author was able to squeeze into a rather short book. Listened to the audio version which was narrated by Sean Barrett who is fast becoming one of my favorites.
lawess's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
3.5
lydiadhac's review against another edition
4.0
I don’t know why his second book does not get as much praise as his first? Such a fun and creative book that I never wanted to put down. He creates the most interesting characters while also being incredibly funny!! I don’t know if the humor would be recognizable in another language but big recommendation if you are looking for a detective/crime summer book
bea_ta's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
pauldaly's review against another edition
4.0
A thriller with a little philosophical musing thrown in, some wry observations on the Italian legal system and a large dose of empathy for the people - victims, perpetrators, police, lawyers - caught in its machinery. Written by an insider, a prosecutor himself, you can’t help but wonder how much is drawn from life and suspect that the answer is all of it.
alisonannk's review against another edition
4.0
A thoroughly enjoyable book. Part legal drama, part police drama, the book is fast paced, easy to read and has an engaging plot.
The main character of guido, the lawyer, has issues but still manages to be an excellent lawyer who is really rather like able. The other characters are also believable as real people. There are also two surprise outcomes at the end of this.
I'm looking forward to reading more from carofiglio.
The main character of guido, the lawyer, has issues but still manages to be an excellent lawyer who is really rather like able. The other characters are also believable as real people. There are also two surprise outcomes at the end of this.
I'm looking forward to reading more from carofiglio.
12roxy's review
4.0
Tight, atmospheric, thoughtful book with a rye, bright Italian attorney as the lead character. Interesting supporting cast and storyline. Look for more avvocato Guerrieri stories.