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3.81 AVERAGE
3.81 AVERAGE
Everyone compares this book to the Stieg Larson trilogy, and while there are some similarities, I don't think they have too much in common. (Other than a lot of words that you'll never be able to pronounce.) The Dragon Tattoo series is a very involved trilogy, with a lot of different plot stories, an overall plot that lasts for three books, and some very involved characters. The Nesbo book (this is the first I've read) is a bit different. It can definitely be read on its own, and doesn't need to be followed up with a sequel. The story could continue, but you also get a pretty good ending to the story.
The plot itself is pretty well written and keeps the book moving at a fast pace. There are quite a few twists and turns in the novel, and you are kept guessing until the very end. The characters are interesting, although you don't really connect with them like you do the Larson characters. But all in all, it's a good story and will keep you entertained while you read it. (Not a spoiler, but just keep an eye out for the mold guy, and if someone figures out what the hell he means, let me know!)
The plot itself is pretty well written and keeps the book moving at a fast pace. There are quite a few twists and turns in the novel, and you are kept guessing until the very end. The characters are interesting, although you don't really connect with them like you do the Larson characters. But all in all, it's a good story and will keep you entertained while you read it. (Not a spoiler, but just keep an eye out for the mold guy, and if someone figures out what the hell he means, let me know!)
It didn't live up to its promising start. I found it formulaic. It felt like the author's ultimate goal was to have it optioned by Hollywood
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
This was the first book I read of Nesbo's series. I liked it so much I went back and got all of the prior ones and am working my way through them too. Very twisty and not quick to solve. Characters are real and relatable.
This is the last Nesbo book I am going to read. I'm not quite sure what all the hub-bub is about with this guy but like Nemesis, I could not wait for this thing to be over. save your time for something less ridiculous.
Better than The Redbreast. An excellent anti-hero protagonist and a ripping, seat-of-one's-pants pace. an excellent too-hot-to-do-much-else read.
I love a creepy book and this one fits that bill perfectly.
A good thriller. Nesbo likes to throw out a lot of red herrings. I would say the only thing I was disappointed about is that I guessed who the big players were pretty early on. Nesbo made it easy to determine who they were. Still, it was a great summer read.
Fast-paced, full of dead ends, false leads and layered clues--the book was a marvel of plotting.
I enjoyed this vastly more than the other "must-read" Scandinavian trilogy, Stieg Larsson's "Girl With the Dragon Tattoo," etc. It didn't have that obviously translated feel, to begin with; although names and places are Norwegian, the language had a readable flow and little things (like Detective Hole's dry humor) translated nicely. I'll look for more Harry Hole books--and was glad that this one got so much good press, pushing me to read it.
I enjoyed this vastly more than the other "must-read" Scandinavian trilogy, Stieg Larsson's "Girl With the Dragon Tattoo," etc. It didn't have that obviously translated feel, to begin with; although names and places are Norwegian, the language had a readable flow and little things (like Detective Hole's dry humor) translated nicely. I'll look for more Harry Hole books--and was glad that this one got so much good press, pushing me to read it.