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ingo_lembcke's review against another edition
4.0
Bit overpriced, at Eur 1,99. Starts good, for a novella, a bit too much personal stuff, but as this is the first book I read by Jane Casey, I will cut her some slack.
Um, well, the story is very good, and not too long, obviously.
As an introduction to the character and to get to know her writing style it works very well.
The romance is twisted and not sweet heart-breaking. Also it does not take over the main part of the story nor the main reason for the heroine being as she is. Instead she is a strong woman, who tries to be independent, and, just beginning in her job, to find her place in the police force, her dream job she ever wanted even though her family (and maybe her friends) do not approve too much.
Recommended as an introduction to Jane Casey and the main character - Maeve Kerrigan - of the series. But try to get it cheap or free. The Eur 1,99 was way overpriced, and the given reading length by my Kindle was wrong, as there are a few chapters of another book after the novella.
Um, well, the story is very good, and not too long, obviously.
As an introduction to the character and to get to know her writing style it works very well.
The romance is twisted and not sweet heart-breaking. Also it does not take over the main part of the story nor the main reason for the heroine being as she is. Instead she is a strong woman, who tries to be independent, and, just beginning in her job, to find her place in the police force, her dream job she ever wanted even though her family (and maybe her friends) do not approve too much.
Recommended as an introduction to Jane Casey and the main character - Maeve Kerrigan - of the series. But try to get it cheap or free. The Eur 1,99 was way overpriced, and the given reading length by my Kindle was wrong, as there are a few chapters of another book after the novella.
karensweeney's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
outsmartyourshelf's review against another edition
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
Short prequel to the series which sees Maeve starting her police career as a young probationer in South London. When Maeve & her partner, Chris, respond to a call to a domestic disturbance, further investigation of the area reveals a badly injured woman. Assistance is called & Maeve gets her first sighting of Godley (who readers will know from the main series). Although it's a short read, it covers domestic violence, sexual violence, & misogyny & sexism in the police force.
It's an okay read. I wish Maeve wouldn't be quite so naïve but she is very young here (around 21), however, she had literally just been warned that some of the male officers viewed her as a sexual challenge when she completely falls for a line from one of them. Thankfully, we do get to see glimpses of her beginning to stand up for herself & the initial brief meeting between Maeve & Godley is nicely done.
It's an okay read. I wish Maeve wouldn't be quite so naïve but she is very young here (around 21), however, she had literally just been warned that some of the male officers viewed her as a sexual challenge when she completely falls for a line from one of them. Thankfully, we do get to see glimpses of her beginning to stand up for herself & the initial brief meeting between Maeve & Godley is nicely done.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Misogyny and Domestic abuse
stacey29's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
catric's review
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
fictionfan's review against another edition
4.0
An extra treat...
Maeve is 21, straight out of police college and finding her feet as the newest member of the team. Out on night shift patrol, she and her partner are sent to attend what sounds like a ‘domestic’ – until Maeve discovers a young woman, still alive, but horribly injured…
This novella-length story is a prequel to the excellent Maeve Kerrigan series, showing us Maeve at the beginning of her career, and the case that led to her meeting her future boss, Superintendent Charles Godley. The investigation element is fairly minimal, though enjoyable, and apart from Godley none of the later regulars are here. So no gorgeous Rob, sadly – but this leaves Maeve free to get entangled with another colleague. And we get an opportunity to see that Josh Derwent isn’t the only MCP in the Met.
It’s a steep learning curve for Maeve, but she holds her own and we see the feisty, funny personality that Casey develops so well in the full-length novels. A good introduction to anyone new to the series and an extra treat for die-hard fans.
www.fictionfanblog.wordpress.com
Maeve is 21, straight out of police college and finding her feet as the newest member of the team. Out on night shift patrol, she and her partner are sent to attend what sounds like a ‘domestic’ – until Maeve discovers a young woman, still alive, but horribly injured…
This novella-length story is a prequel to the excellent Maeve Kerrigan series, showing us Maeve at the beginning of her career, and the case that led to her meeting her future boss, Superintendent Charles Godley. The investigation element is fairly minimal, though enjoyable, and apart from Godley none of the later regulars are here. So no gorgeous Rob, sadly – but this leaves Maeve free to get entangled with another colleague. And we get an opportunity to see that Josh Derwent isn’t the only MCP in the Met.
It’s a steep learning curve for Maeve, but she holds her own and we see the feisty, funny personality that Casey develops so well in the full-length novels. A good introduction to anyone new to the series and an extra treat for die-hard fans.
www.fictionfanblog.wordpress.com
carolavanniftrik's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
4.5