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bookish_emily's review against another edition
4.0
Moonflower Murders is the second novel featuring Susan Ryeland, a former book editor who has ridden off into the sunset with her partner Andreas. However, things have gotten a little rocky in paradise, so when Susan is approached by a couple whose daughter has gone missing in connection with a novel from one of Susan's former authors she agrees to head back to England to look into the matter. As she gets pulled back into the sordid universe of Alan Conway and the damage he caused, she begins to wonder whether taking this case may have been a huge mistake.
This book is a well-written and well-plotted mystery that will appeal to readers who appreciate a complex story. The novel within a novel adds a unique element and demonstrates the author's skill. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had read it in closer proximity to the first book in the series, because I didn't remember enough about it to fully appreciate and understand all the references to the events from it in this book. It was still interesting to read, and kept me guessing until the end!
This book is a well-written and well-plotted mystery that will appeal to readers who appreciate a complex story. The novel within a novel adds a unique element and demonstrates the author's skill. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had read it in closer proximity to the first book in the series, because I didn't remember enough about it to fully appreciate and understand all the references to the events from it in this book. It was still interesting to read, and kept me guessing until the end!
bookph1le's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this, as far-fetched as I found it. I also still think the story-within-a-story is a bit jolting. Going from Susan's perspective to the Pund novel wasn't bad in the beginning, but switching back to Susan's perspective after the Pund novel ended was a big leap for me. I'm aware that these books are a homage to a certain style of mystery novel, but the way the endings are set up doesn't work all that well for me. Still, if you're a fan of the style, I can see how it's a lot of fun.
mollyhyland's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
4.5
christinevellis's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
carlabear's review against another edition
4.0
The story inside a story was so original! It felt almost like an Agatha Christie.
katiide's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
4.75
jeffnanni's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
poplartears's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Suicide, and Violence
jenhurst's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed the first part of the book but when I got to the 2nd part my interest completely disappeared.
szilvicsanyi's review against another edition
5.0
If you liked Magpie Murders, you will love this. It is even better! First, I thought the book-in-the-book structure is too complicated in this one, as here we find out a lot of information with Susan before reading the Atticus novel, but in the end, with Susan's guidence you can remember all the details. Both mysteries are brilliant! I hope there will be another book soon.