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cantwelljr's review
2.0
A bit too full of old school detective tropes for my liking. I also felt the description was a bit misleading, but perhaps I mislead myself with wishful thinking. The main detective was also very annoying. Overall thoroughly mediocre, and disappointing.
crazeedi73's review
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
lizdesole's review
4.0
This was a fun murder mystery with the added bonus of being tied to the history of Jane Austen in Bath.
angrygreycatreads's review
4.0
The Last Detective is the first novel in the Peter Diamond mystery series. I saw it mentioned as a recommendation and picked it up from the library and I am so glad that I did. The character of Peter Diamond was engaging in his own way. I am not normally a fan of the “anti-technology” quirk but it works for him. He has an earnest manner about him and his lack of arrogance is quite endearing. I also liked the changing points of view as the book progressed. It was handled very well. I have read books in which changing points of view can be confusing or just a device that adds nothing to the plot, but that is not the case here.
I did know who the “villain” was prior the reveal but that didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the book. I am definitely going to continue this series. Great mystery read!
I did know who the “villain” was prior the reveal but that didn’t take away from my enjoyment of the book. I am definitely going to continue this series. Great mystery read!
longtimereader's review
4.0
This book is a British murder mystery. So if you like British, humor that is British, then you should like this book. It's the first in a series.
What is a dead woman from Bath, missing letters written by Jane Austin herself, and old school courtroom drama have in common? Answer: This book.
It's like several old TV series rolled into one. Over all, it worked out ok for me. It might be a series I read more of later we shall see.
My copy came from Net Galley in exchange for my honest review and nothing more.
What is a dead woman from Bath, missing letters written by Jane Austin herself, and old school courtroom drama have in common? Answer: This book.
It's like several old TV series rolled into one. Over all, it worked out ok for me. It might be a series I read more of later we shall see.
My copy came from Net Galley in exchange for my honest review and nothing more.
fablejack's review
3.0
A bit dry, but a nice introduction to Peter Diamond. It has promise that was not quite fulfilled in this first in the series. Not sure whether I will continue or not.
c713914's review
3.0
Not sure about this one... Peter Diamond has to be one of the most obnoxious/unlikeable “good guy” characters I’ve ever read. The story was decent and I liked the way the author flipped perspectives, but it went on a little too long.
kimmerp's review
3.0
Good read with appropriate red herrings. Repetition of scenes as recounted by numerous people was a bit boring with no payoff. Will likely read another in the series.
cynpra1520's review against another edition
4.0
This book had some slow parts especially as the narrator kept changing but really came together in the end with some surprises.
howjessicareads's review against another edition
4.0
Peter Diamond is struggling to deal with the administration of the police, while trying to solve the murder of a former tv star. She turned up dead in a lake, and while there seems to be an obvious suspect Diamond is not so sure. Diamond is as funny, cranky, and clever as ever.