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pinks_paperbacks's review
5.0
It is a to-the-point short story yet quite witty. Title is a pun of the movie “The French Connection” and deals with important element of that film. Before this I had not heard of the authorities or the lead characters of story but now I want more of their such stories. Anthony justifies the expression “less is more” with his short but indulging story.
littlepanda's review against another edition
4.0
It was so loooong since I've read a Diamond brother book! And well it is still cool! I really love Nick, even dumb and naive Tim. Both of them are working well together I think A.H. nailed a good recipe for Sherlock Holm-esk mysteries with fun comic relief!
joannaebenezee's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
It's a neat little plot that I very much enjoyed. There were less characters, so it was easier to guess the killer. The humor was well done.
It's a neat little plot that I very much enjoyed. There were less characters, so it was easier to guess the killer. The humor was well done.
jess_louise_'s review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-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
2.0
kyuropii's review against another edition
3.0
I actually bought The Two of Diamonds and didn't know that it was actually two books in one-- this and [b:I Know What You Did Last Wednesday|1069510|I Know What You Did Last Wednesday (Diamond Brothers, #6)|Anthony Horowitz|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1330925283s/1069510.jpg|2337204], which I bought last week. I feel cheated.
Going back, I could say that I never get tired of reading Horowitz' books. All of his books are gripping-- either funny, usually wittingly mixed with horror, or totally serious when it really get serious. Horowitz is just my type of writer who gets everything going the right way.
In general, I find The Diamond Brothers series a total wayward universe. Everything is so tad silly as much as a children's universe shall be(Tim's existence is enough to make everything for a children's fancy) and yet explores really dark and grim themes -- murder, drugs, espionage-- and manages to deliver it with ample amount of comical relief that never loses its seriousness. This is exactly like the Alex Rider series' goofy brother. What really bothers me is that this was totally chopped short (Though considering it was just about 80 pages so no biggie). I wished this was more lengthy and has more volume so that it would be more engrossing. But never mind, a couple of shorts have their appeal as well. I just hope the next Tim Brother's adventure I read (3 more!) is not that predictable for my tastes.
Going back, I could say that I never get tired of reading Horowitz' books. All of his books are gripping-- either funny, usually wittingly mixed with horror, or totally serious when it really get serious. Horowitz is just my type of writer who gets everything going the right way.
In general, I find The Diamond Brothers series a total wayward universe. Everything is so tad silly as much as a children's universe shall be(Tim's existence is enough to make everything for a children's fancy) and yet explores really dark and grim themes -- murder, drugs, espionage-- and manages to deliver it with ample amount of comical relief that never loses its seriousness. This is exactly like the Alex Rider series' goofy brother. What really bothers me is that this was totally chopped short (Though considering it was just about 80 pages so no biggie). I wished this was more lengthy and has more volume so that it would be more engrossing. But never mind, a couple of shorts have their appeal as well. I just hope the next Tim Brother's adventure I read (3 more!) is not that predictable for my tastes.
traditionson's review against another edition
4.0
The funny thing about these shorter Diamond Brothers books, I find that they are a much more interesting and easier read. There is far less sitting around, moving at a faster tick with more going on. The dangers of drugs is real, the people who move them are sneaky and the fun of the story is no one is who they seem to be.
lucyy_bxo's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
thelibraryofethos's review against another edition
4.0
Oh Anthony Horowitz, how I've missed you...
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I haven't read anything by Horowitz for a few years at least. Diving into this short novel gave me some strong nostalgic feelings for sure.
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Short, simple and sarcastic. Nick Diamond narrates the story with his never-failing dry humour. Just a good fun adventure read.
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I haven't read anything by Horowitz for a few years at least. Diving into this short novel gave me some strong nostalgic feelings for sure.
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Short, simple and sarcastic. Nick Diamond narrates the story with his never-failing dry humour. Just a good fun adventure read.
homeschooledbookworms's review
4.0
Oh Anthony Horowitz, how I've missed you...
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I haven't read anything by Horowitz for a few years at least. Diving into this short novel gave me some strong nostalgic feelings for sure.
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Short, simple and sarcastic. Nick Diamond narrates the story with his never-failing dry humour. Just a good fun adventure read.
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I haven't read anything by Horowitz for a few years at least. Diving into this short novel gave me some strong nostalgic feelings for sure.
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Short, simple and sarcastic. Nick Diamond narrates the story with his never-failing dry humour. Just a good fun adventure read.
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