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lizzieleslie's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
shamb00's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
sandireader's review against another edition
3.0
It’s time for a new villain. This series has become so predictable.
ladyluci's review
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
bookbathbrew's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
scearceka's review against another edition
4.0
I've loved this series ever since the beginning, and this book just keeps that streak alive. It wraps up a long-running storyline that I've been dying to see unfold, and it does so in spectacular fashion. I can't wait to hear Richard Armitage do the audio version!
4.5 stars
**I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley and have chosen to leave this review voluntarily. All thoughts and comments contained within are my own.**
4.5 stars
**I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley and have chosen to leave this review voluntarily. All thoughts and comments contained within are my own.**
confessions_of_a_bookaholic's review against another edition
4.0
When film crew come to Salern-le-Fen to shoot a new police procedural the local police are notified as a matter of course. DI Jackman receives a second tip-off though, this one unofficial, and claiming that by night some of the film crew members are involved in something very shady. Jackman and Evans are keen for their team to investigate, but when a body of a young man is found in the river their resources are spread thinly. Add in to that the re-emmergence of a ruthless adversary they have crossed in the past, jolting the stakes even higher than ever before.
I hadn't even realised there was another book due yet in the Jackman and Evans series so it was a pleasent surprise when it appeared in my Audible suggestions. I snapped it up and jumped straight in.
As always this one is very well written, with strong character development, and the narration is impeccable. I was worried about how Ellis would move the story forward after some of the events of the previous book, but can safely say that I couldn't have asked for more from the characters.
The storyline for this one is good, I'd anticipated some aspects of it early on but the depth in the storyline meant that there was much more that I hadn't pieced together. The only thing I wasn't sold on was Jackman's decision in the last few chapters of the book. The Jackman I thought I knew wouldn't make a call like that, especially after all that had happened. It doesn't ruin the story or anything, just makes the ending seem a little off kilter.
There's definitely still scope for plenty more books in this series. I have a feeling that Ellis may still have a lot left to give us, so hopefully there will be more to come soon!
I hadn't even realised there was another book due yet in the Jackman and Evans series so it was a pleasent surprise when it appeared in my Audible suggestions. I snapped it up and jumped straight in.
As always this one is very well written, with strong character development, and the narration is impeccable. I was worried about how Ellis would move the story forward after some of the events of the previous book, but can safely say that I couldn't have asked for more from the characters.
The storyline for this one is good, I'd anticipated some aspects of it early on but the depth in the storyline meant that there was much more that I hadn't pieced together. The only thing I wasn't sold on was Jackman's decision in the last few chapters of the book. The Jackman I thought I knew wouldn't make a call like that, especially after all that had happened. It doesn't ruin the story or anything, just makes the ending seem a little off kilter.
There's definitely still scope for plenty more books in this series. I have a feeling that Ellis may still have a lot left to give us, so hopefully there will be more to come soon!
sikonat's review against another edition
4.0
DI Rowan Jackman, DS Marie Evans and the team return for their tenth adventure, The River's Edge, another classic Joy Ellis crime thriller.
Bodies of young men are being found washed up. Meanwhile an old colleague of Marie Evans is fearful of his life after working on a film set as a police advisor. Something isn't quite right, but he's unsure what's really going on. To top it all off, an unwelcome return by a nemesis overshadows everything.
There is a lot going on to keep track of, as the action moves between key players. At times I found this dragged the pace and wished that we saw less of some of the villains as I found them far less interesting. However I am impressed by the way Joy Ellis can plot out all the moving parts and hold it together. I am glad, though that we finally see the end to a certain villain as I think this story arc has been carried over too many books.
Character-wise, we see the toll Jackman's work takes on him, especially with developments in the previous book. (As an aside, I personally was glad for that development as I found there was zero chemistry between those characters and their scenes used to make me cringe.) As always, when things get bleak, the team have each other, they're a found family, which I think is the nicest thing about these books, especially the strong partnership between Rowan and Marie. For me the biggest highlight was, as always, Orac. I think these books always need more Orac in them as I love the effect she has on Jackman.
Overall The River's Edge is another, solid, enthralling crime thriller. I'm especially looking forward to the audiobook as Richard Armitage brings these books to life perfectly.
Thanks to Joffe Books and NetGalley for the ARC.
3.5 stars
Bodies of young men are being found washed up. Meanwhile an old colleague of Marie Evans is fearful of his life after working on a film set as a police advisor. Something isn't quite right, but he's unsure what's really going on. To top it all off, an unwelcome return by a nemesis overshadows everything.
There is a lot going on to keep track of, as the action moves between key players. At times I found this dragged the pace and wished that we saw less of some of the villains as I found them far less interesting. However I am impressed by the way Joy Ellis can plot out all the moving parts and hold it together. I am glad, though that we finally see the end to a certain villain as I think this story arc has been carried over too many books.
Character-wise, we see the toll Jackman's work takes on him, especially with developments in the previous book. (As an aside, I personally was glad for that development as I found there was zero chemistry between those characters and their scenes used to make me cringe.) As always, when things get bleak, the team have each other, they're a found family, which I think is the nicest thing about these books, especially the strong partnership between Rowan and Marie. For me the biggest highlight was, as always, Orac. I think these books always need more Orac in them as I love the effect she has on Jackman.
Overall The River's Edge is another, solid, enthralling crime thriller. I'm especially looking forward to the audiobook as Richard Armitage brings these books to life perfectly.
Thanks to Joffe Books and NetGalley for the ARC.
3.5 stars
ruth_miranda's review against another edition
4.0
It's a good, entertaining mystery tale, fairly well written and with a cast of enjoyable characters that kept me immersed and longing to find clues and tells that led me to the answer. Although some of the twists were quite obvious, it was a gratifying read in the sense that it delivers what it promises and brought me the entertainment I was craving. Seeing I haven't read the previous books I did get mighty curious about Ashcroft and his past, so I might have to dig in for the previous tales on this series.