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rmarcin's review
4.0
Book 2 of Maggie D'arcy, a Long Island cop with ties to Ireland. When a body is found, Maggie and her team are called to investigate. It is Gabriel Treacy, an aid worker. When they find signs of torture, and note that some items are missing, the investigation takes Maggie to Ireland. Due to vacation there with her daughter, Lilly, and see her boyfriend, Conor, the timing is good, but the case interrupts her vacation. Maggie discovers info that Treacy's colleagues are in danger, and there is an investigation into Ireland adoptions tied to the Magdalene laundry scandal. Also involved are several politicians. Maggie is also in danger, and everything comes to an explosive head.
I am enjoying this series and look forward to reading book 3.
I am enjoying this series and look forward to reading book 3.
jennjewell's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-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
3.5
ljsummerlin's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
blogginboutbooks's review
4.0
I enjoyed the first book in this series, so I was all in for the second. A DISTANT GRAVE, I'm happy to report, is just as compelling, just as engrossing as THE MOUNTAINS WILD. Maggie is an easy heroine to like. She's brave, determined, loyal, and devoted to the people she loves. Her family, partner, and others in her life are equally as warm and appealing. Plot-wise, this one is exciting, with enough action and twists to keep things interesting. I sped through its pages eager to see what would happen next. The book comes to a satisfying end, leaving some intriguing possibilities open for the next book. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to #3.
devylish's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
irishlibrarian's review
4.0
Clearly part of a series as a past case is continually mentioned that was never fully explained and that was disappointing since this was the first book I read by the author, but it was a good mystery.
questsandcrimes's review
5.0
Maggie D’Arcy is involved with another case that bridges Long Island and Ireland. An Irish National is murdered in the beach, and Maggie needs to find out why. Her questions lead her to the Irish countryside and it’s small town rumors and secrets, before sending her back to the USA to stop a killer who will do anything to keep those secrets.
I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again, just start this series. Sarah Stewart Taylor writes a wonderful, atmospheric detective mystery. I found myself lost in the book exploring the case with Maggie. I couldn’t figure out the twists, and I loved the build up. A Distant Grave is full of a tension that will make you feel you’re being watched.
My favorite thing about these books is the characters. I love that Maggie is a female detective who is confident in herself. She knows she’s good at her job, but she also knows her failures. Maggie does what she needs to, she’s brilliant, and she knows it.
I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again, just start this series. Sarah Stewart Taylor writes a wonderful, atmospheric detective mystery. I found myself lost in the book exploring the case with Maggie. I couldn’t figure out the twists, and I loved the build up. A Distant Grave is full of a tension that will make you feel you’re being watched.
My favorite thing about these books is the characters. I love that Maggie is a female detective who is confident in herself. She knows she’s good at her job, but she also knows her failures. Maggie does what she needs to, she’s brilliant, and she knows it.
bookishwithwine's review
3.0
I really enjoyed The Mountains Wild book #1 in this series so I was excited to see the next book come out. While I did enjoy this one it was not as fast paced as the first.
I really like Maggie D'arcy's character who is trying to be the best officer and mother she can. Her daughter is still reeling from her father's sudden death, but Maggie is hoping that their Ireland vacation will help take her mind off things. I was glad to see that her and Conor are still going strong even with the distance between them, and that Roly is back! I loved him in the first book, and I still love him.
With that said I thought the case dragged. The mystery surrounding her missing cousin in the first book was suspenseful, but I didn't think this one was. There were also a few "whoa" moments in the first that I was waiting for in the second. Unfortunately those never came for me. With that said I would still recommend this one if you have read the first, and I will keep reading this series.
Book Rating: 3/5
Wine Pairing: Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon
I really like Maggie D'arcy's character who is trying to be the best officer and mother she can. Her daughter is still reeling from her father's sudden death, but Maggie is hoping that their Ireland vacation will help take her mind off things. I was glad to see that her and Conor are still going strong even with the distance between them, and that Roly is back! I loved him in the first book, and I still love him.
With that said I thought the case dragged. The mystery surrounding her missing cousin in the first book was suspenseful, but I didn't think this one was. There were also a few "whoa" moments in the first that I was waiting for in the second. Unfortunately those never came for me. With that said I would still recommend this one if you have read the first, and I will keep reading this series.
Book Rating: 3/5
Wine Pairing: Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon
ashray94's review
4.0
Chilling! I absolutely loved the first book and Sarah did not disappoint with the second. I loved that the main story was still the mystery, yet with a side of romance, family matters, and personal discovery. Maggie has had it rough and the storyline with her daughter was both incredibly sad, and incredibly sweet. Even if the majority of the relationship was over the phone, I loved reading about Lilly becoming friends with Adrien. Overall a great read, cannot wait for the third!!