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alishacostanzo's review against another edition
5.0
I’m a little out of order, but I kept along all right with this one. Enjoyed the ending, as per usual! Connelly is a master.
martyfried's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book a lot. I'd definitely recommend reading his book The Poet first, as this is a continuation of that one, although Bosch isn't in the first book. I've been reading all the Bosch books in order, and I started to read this, but fortunately found out that it was a continuation of a non-Bosch book before starting on it.
As usual, Bosch is almost on top of every situation in the book, and makes up for any mistakes with his pure obstinance and relentless pursuit of the facts. I wasn't too surprised to see that things didn't work out with his girlfriend that looked promising at the end of the last book. It just wouldn't seem right if he were not a loner.
As usual, Bosch is almost on top of every situation in the book, and makes up for any mistakes with his pure obstinance and relentless pursuit of the facts. I wasn't too surprised to see that things didn't work out with his girlfriend that looked promising at the end of the last book. It just wouldn't seem right if he were not a loner.
imperfectcj's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I like the way this storyline wrapped up (or did it?) and the little nods to other books and characters from this universe that Connelly includes. I remain skeptical about the idea of an FBI agent teaming up with a PI and about how Bosch seems incapable of meeting an unmarried heterosexual woman and not having sex with her (he's super irresistible, I guess?), but I set that aside so I could enjoy the story.
ldav's review against another edition
2.0
This was not my favorite in the Bosch series. I felt like the bad guy could have been a bit more developed and the climax was rather anticlimactic.
dhs4au's review against another edition
5.0
I love some of the changes in Harry's character based on life developments.
adepy's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
johnlway's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
srchief's review against another edition
5.0
Harry Bosch is supposed to be retired from the LAPD. Somehow he keeps getting involved in cases. The last one almost got him killed. But when he is asked to investigate the death of a friend he can't refuse. It quickly becomes apparent that Bosch is into something greater than he bargained for but he won't give up.
The Narrows brings together some of the characters from Bosch's past and begins to introduce not his daughter. This is a thrilling story that converges several story lines (McCaleb, Walling, others - don't want to spoil).
Recommend to all fans of the Bosch series and of Connelly's other characters.
The Narrows brings together some of the characters from Bosch's past and begins to introduce not his daughter. This is a thrilling story that converges several story lines (McCaleb, Walling, others - don't want to spoil).
Recommend to all fans of the Bosch series and of Connelly's other characters.
zzzrevel's review against another edition
4.0
(re-read)
Continuation of "The Poet" arc. Good story with Bosch
and Rachel Walling. Small extra twist at the end.
Continuation of "The Poet" arc. Good story with Bosch
and Rachel Walling. Small extra twist at the end.
jonetta's review against another edition
4.0
The Poet is back! It's been years but he's resurfaced by leaving a note for FBI Agent Rachel Walling. She's called into a new task force as an "observer" since she's still banished to undesirable outposts because of what happened during the original investigation. Meanwhile, Harry Bosch is asked to look into the death of a friend who appeared to die from natural causes. But, it doesn't take long for his investigation to intersect with the FBI's task force.
I don't normally like revisiting former nemeses but this is one I looked forward to reading because The Poet was diabolical and I was shocked when his identity was revealed. This case lived up to his reputation as he continued to use wit, subterfuge and distractions but this time we've got Harry involved who was up to the task. He and Rachel made a good team, though I continue to have issues with that character.
I very much enjoyed this story and Len Cariou as the narrator. My audiobook edition had musical accompaniments to highlight certain parts of the story and I liked that enhancement. It was also pretty special being privy to Harry's relationship with his daughter Maddie. Combined with an unexpected twist at the end, this all made for another wonderful listening experience in the world of Harry Bosch. Still wild about him.
I don't normally like revisiting former nemeses but this is one I looked forward to reading because The Poet was diabolical and I was shocked when his identity was revealed. This case lived up to his reputation as he continued to use wit, subterfuge and distractions but this time we've got Harry involved who was up to the task. He and Rachel made a good team, though I continue to have issues with that character.
I very much enjoyed this story and Len Cariou as the narrator. My audiobook edition had musical accompaniments to highlight certain parts of the story and I liked that enhancement. It was also pretty special being privy to Harry's relationship with his daughter Maddie. Combined with an unexpected twist at the end, this all made for another wonderful listening experience in the world of Harry Bosch. Still wild about him.