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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
This book had been on my radar for a while, but I just couldn't get into it once I started reading. I kept thinking it'll get more interesting, but it was pretty run-of-the-mill top hat mystery. I usually like these, but being led around by multiple red herring's didn't endear this book to me. There was also a lot of graphic violence against women, which okay it's a murder mystery, but I'm not sure if it added anything to the plot. The book was fine, but I'm not planning on reading the rest in this series.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
I'm a sucker for historical mysteries and this is one I'm interested in continuing. The main plot focus of the murder victim is oddly refreshing. Although the inevitable romantic subplot results in a female protagonist that I do not like at all. She is an actress with a past which in general is not bad but I dont like that she made St. Cyr decisions for him. The arrogance is explained and possibly even understandable but still. This story takes place in 1811 and I feel like the author does a great job of portraying the time period. I will keep on with Devlin.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3 1/2 stars. Very good historical mystery - liked the main character, well developed. Did not like his live interest , Kat Boleyn - lets hope she does not appear in future episodes. Well researched . Will continue with the series
The series had me at its 3-word titles. I want to read them all but not sure if I have the stamina to read all 18 books (number standing in 2021).
The introducing book was done in such a clever way to start a string of character developments. Viscount Devlin, hellish rake, disinterested heir, traumatized ex-soldier, brokenhearted lover, accused murderer and fugitive. While tagging along him through the murder investigation, we also learn about his past, his view of society and justice, his relationship with his father and sister, the last 2 members of his family. His romance with Kat Boleyn also plays a major part in this book. Spoiler alert, it's not a HEA. The romance trope is one of forbidden love and has a lot of pain and sadness to it.
The murder mystery itself is complicated with many twists and turns. Though the identity of the killer did cross my mind at first. The book kept me guessing until the moment the author chose to reveal it.
The introducing book was done in such a clever way to start a string of character developments. Viscount Devlin, hellish rake, disinterested heir, traumatized ex-soldier, brokenhearted lover, accused murderer and fugitive. While tagging along him through the murder investigation, we also learn about his past, his view of society and justice, his relationship with his father and sister, the last 2 members of his family. His romance with Kat Boleyn also plays a major part in this book. Spoiler alert, it's not a HEA. The romance trope is one of forbidden love and has a lot of pain and sadness to it.
The murder mystery itself is complicated with many twists and turns. Though the identity of the killer did cross my mind at first. The book kept me guessing until the moment the author chose to reveal it.
bought for kindle. Love, love love! I haven't read a real murder mystery in ages and this one was perfectly gripping. Love the characters, can't wait to see what happens to them next.