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3.73 AVERAGE
3.73 AVERAGE
I think the plot/mystery was nice, but what made the story really good is Tommy and Tuppence. Tommy and Tuppence just complement each other in so many ways, and having them together is very entertaining to read.
I liked how the two "detectives" in the story aren't perfect, like Sherlock Holmes (as I find Sherlock's "perfection" makes him so boring to read about). Another thing I love about the story is the setting (I love historical fiction).
I guess if one wants a light read, this is the book.
I liked how the two "detectives" in the story aren't perfect, like Sherlock Holmes (as I find Sherlock's "perfection" makes him so boring to read about). Another thing I love about the story is the setting (I love historical fiction).
I guess if one wants a light read, this is the book.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
Very strong story and fun new characters that I didn't know so far. Tommy and Tuppence are just lovely!!
[4.2] A cozy yet thrilling espionage novel. The witty rapport between Tommy and Tuppence really made the book shine.
My personal review ratings are based upon the following:
1 Star, “I did not like it or couldn’t finish it”;
2 Stars, “I think it is just Ok, but I’ll never think about it again”;
3 Stars, “I think it is an entertaining, enjoyable book, but it probably won’t warrant a reread”;
4 Stars, “I really love this book, and I may read it again”;
5 Stars, “I think this book is excellent, I will read it again, and it will likely stand the test of time.”
1 Star, “I did not like it or couldn’t finish it”;
2 Stars, “I think it is just Ok, but I’ll never think about it again”;
3 Stars, “I think it is an entertaining, enjoyable book, but it probably won’t warrant a reread”;
4 Stars, “I really love this book, and I may read it again”;
5 Stars, “I think this book is excellent, I will read it again, and it will likely stand the test of time.”
There is some weird romance stuff at the end (did people really get engaged before dating back then?). Otherwise this is a fun, adventure-filled novel.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
I loved loved this. It is like it was written for me perfectly. The mystery was fun but also I just adored the characters. The mystery, the relationships, the humour, were all perfect for me. I can’t say this book is perfect for everyone but I just had such a good time reading it, so I love it
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3.5
"To all those who lead monotonous lives in the hope that they experience at second hand the delights and dangers of adventure"
Agatha Christie seems to have indeed gone for an adventure with a good dose of mystery instead of her usual crime scene. We follow Tommy and Tuppence in their first endeavours, and especially how they end up falling into a complex web of political manipulations and secrets. All the events take place just after the end of WWII in a world of penury, which is where we find our characters, desperate to earn some money to survive, and pooling their efforts together for just that reason.
I enjoyed it, especially Tuppence's spunky outlook. The plot revolves around finding a missing young woman who had some important information, and uncovering the identity of the elusive Mr Brown, said adversary of the title (I did, for once). Action scenes and investigative work abound, all coming together into an entertaining tale. And yet... For some reason I didn't connect as much as I would have liked with our protagonists. Not sure why either. Still, a great read.
"To all those who lead monotonous lives in the hope that they experience at second hand the delights and dangers of adventure"
Agatha Christie seems to have indeed gone for an adventure with a good dose of mystery instead of her usual crime scene. We follow Tommy and Tuppence in their first endeavours, and especially how they end up falling into a complex web of political manipulations and secrets. All the events take place just after the end of WWII in a world of penury, which is where we find our characters, desperate to earn some money to survive, and pooling their efforts together for just that reason.
I enjoyed it, especially Tuppence's spunky outlook. The plot revolves around finding a missing young woman who had some important information, and uncovering the identity of the elusive Mr Brown, said adversary of the title (I did, for once). Action scenes and investigative work abound, all coming together into an entertaining tale. And yet... For some reason I didn't connect as much as I would have liked with our protagonists. Not sure why either. Still, a great read.
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated