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Murder at the Theatre Royale: The perfect murder mystery for Christmas 2022
Ada Moncrieff
3.13 AVERAGE
177 reviews for:
Murder at the Theatre Royale: The perfect murder mystery for Christmas 2022
Ada Moncrieff
3.13 AVERAGE
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
trying to revive my goodreads challenge with cozy christmas reads
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A cozy read to warm up for the Christmas season.
I enjoyed the light mystery and gentle humor, although I expected more of the Christmas setting to shine through. Apart from the mention of wintery weather every now and then, and the fact that Daphne has to be home for the occasion, there was unfortunately not as much detail that points to Christmas as the premise of the book suggested.
Daphne King was charming though. I'd like to see her solve more mysteries.
3.5 out of 5
I enjoyed the light mystery and gentle humor, although I expected more of the Christmas setting to shine through. Apart from the mention of wintery weather every now and then, and the fact that Daphne has to be home for the occasion, there was unfortunately not as much detail that points to Christmas as the premise of the book suggested.
Daphne King was charming though. I'd like to see her solve more mysteries.
3.5 out of 5
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
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
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Wel prima voor even tussendoor, maar niet interessant genoeg om echt goed te lezen. Ik ben er een beetje doorheen geskipt, zodat ik het verhaal wel meekreeg maar niet al het geneuzel
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:
Yes
I read this to the end because I wanted to know who did it. But it was a struggle to keep going, especially during the first half. Second half is much better as everything starts to come together.
I did find it quite overwritten in places. Not really for me.
I did find it quite overwritten in places. Not really for me.
Yep, its what you expect quite honestly. It's a murder mystery. Set at Christmas, but not overly christmas-y quite honestly. Despite reading this cuddled up with a hot drink with Xmas music playing in the background, the book itself didn't really inspire cosy, festive feelings.
But, the book itself is good. It is smartly written, the characters are well developed and the writing is actually surprisingly excellent. The prose is witty and sometimes lyrical, my only complaint is it is occasionally a bit too 'try hard.'
The plot is not particularly fresh and new (im afraid i guessed the ending), but it is one that is easy to dip into and to wish to stay in for a while. The protagonist can be a bit annoying though...but in an okay way, so all is forgiven.
Overall, a good read.
But, the book itself is good. It is smartly written, the characters are well developed and the writing is actually surprisingly excellent. The prose is witty and sometimes lyrical, my only complaint is it is occasionally a bit too 'try hard.'
The plot is not particularly fresh and new (im afraid i guessed the ending), but it is one that is easy to dip into and to wish to stay in for a while. The protagonist can be a bit annoying though...but in an okay way, so all is forgiven.
Overall, a good read.
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
i do feel bad rating this book so low but i just don’t think this writing style is for me. i never really clicked with any of the characters or the plot and although it was a short book i never felt the urge to pick it up and finish it after putting it down
An easy and readable cosy crime novel, jolly and enjoyable with a Christmas feel. The first I've read by this author, I liked the heroine and the concept of her character and can see how she could translate to a series. My main issue, I found the period language used to convey the setting/era rather overwrought and heavy handed - it felt a bit forced which was distracting to read - but the plot and its twists and turns were fun to follow and inventive. Thanks to the publishers & Netgalley for the opportunity to read.