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luffy79's review against another edition
4.0
I have some qualms about the plot of this book. At least in formulating it in my review. The book is fine, except that the summary of the plot does not do justice to the writing of the book.
The vocab and the details and the mood of the Alaskan people herein are delightfully shown on a broad canvass, which itself is a tour de force because the author had to juggle the mystery and the world building.
You get all of that in less than 250 pages. It's incredible. That is why I didn't want to encapsulate(this is a word I googled) the plot. It doesn't matter that it's two books in a row that I didn't award a full 5 star rating to this series. It's all technicalities. Now I take your leave, if you will.
The vocab and the details and the mood of the Alaskan people herein are delightfully shown on a broad canvass, which itself is a tour de force because the author had to juggle the mystery and the world building.
You get all of that in less than 250 pages. It's incredible. That is why I didn't want to encapsulate(this is a word I googled) the plot. It doesn't matter that it's two books in a row that I didn't award a full 5 star rating to this series. It's all technicalities. Now I take your leave, if you will.
hollyfromthebigsky's review against another edition
3.0
Winter is mystery season. Bonus points for settings that are cold and snowy like Alaska. This one was pretty simple and more about the setting than the story, I think. Still I'm onto book 3.
amanda31's review against another edition
4.0
Once again good book, enjoyed it all the way through. I am curious to see if all of the mysteries end up so neatly taken care of in the end. The manner of justice seems just, but maybe a little too perfect. If that keeps up it might get to me eventually. Seeing as I'm on a roll, off to book 3!
belovedsnail's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
3.5
emjrey's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.0
japplevines's review against another edition
3.0
I've read two Kate Shugak books now, and I do enjoy them. I have a hard time putting them down, mostly because of the mystery aspect I think. I find it hard to keep track of some of the secondary characters, there are so many. But I imagine after reading a few more, they will start to become a little more distinct. This one was more predictable than #1, I knew 'who dunnit' not long into the book. Still a good read, a great way to spend an afternoon.
falmouthbookwolf's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
takethyme's review against another edition
3.0
Kate Shugak has her hands full when she manages to stop a serial killer on a rampage in her own backyard. Except this time, everyone within the vicinity is killed by a psycho with a rifle except for one lady. Thought to be included with the others, it turns out that Lisa Getty was shot by someone else. Now, how can that be?
Back for a second time around are Jack Morgan, Chopper Jim and Bobby Clark. And protective Mutt; this time she has a lover, too. As usual, Jack gets Kate to work the case using her keen insight. There is lots of sleuthing in northern Alaska and Kate holds her own.
Ms. Stabenow does a nice job giving the reader just enough clues to prolong the suspense. And, like the first book in the series, the townspeople are still quirky eccentrics which add to the story's flavor. Kate is a kick-butt heroine with an attitude who won't take no for an answer. If you love mysteries with a strong female lead, look for this series but be sure to start with A COLD DAY FOR MURDER to learn about Kate's background.
Back for a second time around are Jack Morgan, Chopper Jim and Bobby Clark. And protective Mutt; this time she has a lover, too. As usual, Jack gets Kate to work the case using her keen insight. There is lots of sleuthing in northern Alaska and Kate holds her own.
Ms. Stabenow does a nice job giving the reader just enough clues to prolong the suspense. And, like the first book in the series, the townspeople are still quirky eccentrics which add to the story's flavor. Kate is a kick-butt heroine with an attitude who won't take no for an answer. If you love mysteries with a strong female lead, look for this series but be sure to start with A COLD DAY FOR MURDER to learn about Kate's background.
littlemainelibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
Update: I think I'm enjoying this series even more the second time around! 🙂 There are things I miss the first time reading that I pick up the second, or maybe my brain forgot them. LOL! Regardless, this is still a good read the second time around. 😉
I really enjoy these books. I love being immersed in the culture of the Alaskan Natives. I enjoy the intrigue of the mystery. I never know who did it until the very end. LOL! ;-) A good read. I'm looking forward to reading more of them.
I really enjoy these books. I love being immersed in the culture of the Alaskan Natives. I enjoy the intrigue of the mystery. I never know who did it until the very end. LOL! ;-) A good read. I'm looking forward to reading more of them.