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rembrandt1881's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
This is my first foray into Cohen with the series and he has some wonderful style and flavor to his writing. There are things he does when he describes a question that Myron asks that breaks up the monotony. He loves to point out to the reader sometimes that this character isn't necessarily the best at this all the time. Myron is fine. He's a bit too witty most of the time but I like him fine enough.
The situations he is in are so ridiculous though and it is interesting getting a peek into how popular culture in fiction is depicted. His references are still old to the time but in some way they make sense. He's a weird guy. His mother adds a nice flavor sometimes and Esperanza is also a nice smaller character. The relationship angle leaves something to be desired with Myron and Jessica but my favorite character is Wind.
In a mystery/thriller the guy who isn't going to pretend he is a crusader is always my favorite. Windsor knows the world he is in and moves accordingly. He isn't out here to make friends and is the magic jack of all trades that allows things to work even if he is a bit too magical at times. There are some personality quirks that could have been left out though.
The only issue I have is the story is so round about. You get a idea of what is actually happening about halfway. Most people probably have it close enough to figured out before you get to the climax. But Myron is one of the worst agents in the world thus far because he can't let things go. He has lost two clients that he needed already when he could have walked away. Everything in both of the series so far has revolved so much around him and the world and people he already knows it's a bit of a stretch. I'd like to see him face some challenges that don't involve as many people he already knows well and has access to.
It's a quick read though so you can enjoy it without too much time.
The situations he is in are so ridiculous though and it is interesting getting a peek into how popular culture in fiction is depicted. His references are still old to the time but in some way they make sense. He's a weird guy. His mother adds a nice flavor sometimes and Esperanza is also a nice smaller character. The relationship angle leaves something to be desired with Myron and Jessica but my favorite character is Wind.
In a mystery/thriller the guy who isn't going to pretend he is a crusader is always my favorite. Windsor knows the world he is in and moves accordingly. He isn't out here to make friends and is the magic jack of all trades that allows things to work even if he is a bit too magical at times. There are some personality quirks that could have been left out though.
The only issue I have is the story is so round about. You get a idea of what is actually happening about halfway. Most people probably have it close enough to figured out before you get to the climax. But Myron is one of the worst agents in the world thus far because he can't let things go. He has lost two clients that he needed already when he could have walked away. Everything in both of the series so far has revolved so much around him and the world and people he already knows it's a bit of a stretch. I'd like to see him face some challenges that don't involve as many people he already knows well and has access to.
It's a quick read though so you can enjoy it without too much time.
kaisersozee's review against another edition
5.0
Another great book. Looking forward to reading the whole series now!!
novelette's review against another edition
3.0
I'm beginning to think every time he solves a case, he'll lose a client
jakemilligan25's review against another edition
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
mheckman0429's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I am liking this series. It reminds ne of procedural TV shows that I also really enjoy.
jemma_wag's review against another edition
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-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
3.0
chitownbookworm's review against another edition
dark
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
3.0
alixv's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
femkealtena's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
aj_humphreys's review against another edition
4.0
The second novel in Harlan Coben's Myron Bolitar series provides a good follow-up to book one, but this one was a little more predictable, in my opinion. I loved it, don't get me wrong. Coben does well to dive into the dark world of sports, privilege, race, and victim culture with respect and cognizance that seems ahead of its time, for 1996 especially.
The cherry on top is certainly Coben's ability to fuse humor into Bolitar's wise ass character.
If you love a good mystery, I HIGHLY recommend the Myron Bolitar series!
The cherry on top is certainly Coben's ability to fuse humor into Bolitar's wise ass character.
If you love a good mystery, I HIGHLY recommend the Myron Bolitar series!