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3.75 AVERAGE
3.75 AVERAGE
I feel like I say this every time I read another Kinsey Millhone book, but this is definitely my favorite. Before, I thought C is for Corpse was the best, but there was just something about this book that spoke to me. I love it when the main character is totally competent and strong, and yet comes up against something that's bigger than herself and has to reach out for help. I really liked Dietz. He was practical and steady and let Kinsey to her own thing with minimal interference. He didn't take risks with her life, but neither did her try to stop her from living her life. There relationship was really well done. They played off each other well, had great chemistry, and I hope that he shows up in another book down the line. He's a great complement to Kinsey.
The mystery was a little odd. It took the backseat to the threat to Kinsey's life, and that was okay. It was interesting enough that when the book went back to it, I was engaged and wanted to know what was happening, but I was more interested in the A-plot. There were also long periods of time when the mystery wasn't even brought up and that was okay. Having something low-key for Kinsey to do served the book well.
If you're looking for a solid mystery with good characters and relationships, you can't go wrong with the Kinsey Millhone books. This was a solid addition to the series.
The mystery was a little odd. It took the backseat to the threat to Kinsey's life, and that was okay. It was interesting enough that when the book went back to it, I was engaged and wanted to know what was happening, but I was more interested in the A-plot. There were also long periods of time when the mystery wasn't even brought up and that was okay. Having something low-key for Kinsey to do served the book well.
If you're looking for a solid mystery with good characters and relationships, you can't go wrong with the Kinsey Millhone books. This was a solid addition to the series.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
I think it was the Salton Sea. Anyway this one grabbed and entertained more than most. This may be where I started listening to the audiobooks. Judy Kaye does a terrific job! Great voice for Kinsey.
Another thoroughly entertaining story following Kinsey Millhone, I can't get enough of this character. Sue Grafton's writing is quick witted and keeps me turning the page with ease.
I didn't like this book as much as I liked some of the other Kinsey Milhone series. The romance between the Kinsey and Dietz, the two varying plot lines, and Kinesey's reactions to many things just seemed stretched and out of character.
I do LOVE that I finished this book in two days because it is so fast and I'm hoping that H is better than G.
I do LOVE that I finished this book in two days because it is so fast and I'm hoping that H is better than G.
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Basic Info
Format: Audio
Pages/Length: 8.5 hrs
Genre: Mystery
Reason For Reading: I like the series
At A Glance
Love Triangle/Insta Love/Obsession?: No
Cliff Hanger: No
Triggers: n/a
Rating: 3 stars
Score Sheet
All out of ten
Cover: 6
Plot: 6
Characters: 5
World Building: 6
Flow: 7
Series Congruity: 8
Writing: 7
Ending: 5
Total: 6
In Depth
Best Part: Kinsey is back to near death happening
Worst Part: Kinsey pushed too much for me in this one
Thoughts Had: Not the best
Conclusion
Continuing the Series: Yes
Recommending: Yes
Short Review: Poor Kinsey, everyone wants to kill you but in this book, i think you kinda of deserve it. You come question some poor girl who is already in a bad state, and you basically trigger this horrible panic attack in here, and you think it's a freaking good idea to come back a few hours later and steal from her?! WTF. Then the ending was a bit weird,
Spoiler
the whole kidnapping thing made the story wrap up too nicely for me.Misc.
Book Boyfriend: Pass.
Best Friend Material: Pass.
Review in GIF Form:
These do continue a general trend of improvement, but I really only read them because they're quick. Kinsey is getting a little stronger as a hero as the books go on, though, so that's a plus.
They aren't really deep, but this one is a satisfying read.
They aren't really deep, but this one is a satisfying read.