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envy4's review against another edition
3.0
I fell into this book with as much ease as falling into the hands of a lover. However, I was not excited about the subject. Not my favorite of the series. I’m assuming this is the last one.
lazwright's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.25
shelliu13's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.25
blessedjess's review against another edition
4.0
In this newest addition to the Nora Kelly and Corrie Swanson series, we see our leading ladies making personal changes that have been needed for a while. What helps spark these changes, why the Roswell UFO incident of course! Preston and Child continue to use real life historical incidents to pull together a great mystery/action filled story that keeps the reader entertained and wanting more. I eagerly look forward to see what historical incident they'll tackle next and how Nora and Corrie continue to evolve. I am hooked to this series!
sg1987's review against another edition
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? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
tsquare345's review against another edition
4.0
Part X-Files, part Agents of SHIELD, part police procedural with a dash of romance… this is a fantastic and thoroughly entertaining fast-paced story in the Nora Kelly and Corrie Swanson series.
jacqueshol's review against another edition
4.0
Due to work pressures, it took me a while to get through the book. As anything by Preston and Child, it was an enjoyable read. There was, however, a few things that didn't tie up. For example, why would the government allow excavation of the Roswell site if they didn't want its secrets exposed? Perhaps this was answered, but I missed it. Perhaps someone could explain this to me. The ending also seemed convoluted. Everything coming together so nicely doesn't seem likely.
I am trying to wrap my mind around the new direction Preston and Child has been taking us. Their books are seemingly pushing the boundaries of reality, and I don't know whether I like them or not. I suppose I am still a bit upset with the last Pendergast book, where they took things too far for me. Their writing has always had an air of credibility, but their last two or three books border on the ridiculous, surreal and cheap sci-fi.
I love the writing of Preston and Child. Some criticism has been that their books move too slow, but I am afraid I have to disagree. I am tired of reading books that relentlessly go at 200 mph. Their books are paced extremely well. They generally write incredible plots and storylines that are original and feel that there could be some truth to them. I just don't know whether I am ready for green aliens, time travel and alternate universes that their books have been exploring of late. The latter comment is not a spoiler as these comments don't pertain to this book. Sure, there are some alien artefacts and technology, but the authors have always kept it mysterious in a way - not so much with this last book.
Will I read the next Nora Kelly book? Absolutely! However, I still prefer the Pendergast series and can't wait for the next instalment.
I am trying to wrap my mind around the new direction Preston and Child has been taking us. Their books are seemingly pushing the boundaries of reality, and I don't know whether I like them or not. I suppose I am still a bit upset with the last Pendergast book, where they took things too far for me. Their writing has always had an air of credibility, but their last two or three books border on the ridiculous, surreal and cheap sci-fi.
I love the writing of Preston and Child. Some criticism has been that their books move too slow, but I am afraid I have to disagree. I am tired of reading books that relentlessly go at 200 mph. Their books are paced extremely well. They generally write incredible plots and storylines that are original and feel that there could be some truth to them. I just don't know whether I am ready for green aliens, time travel and alternate universes that their books have been exploring of late. The latter comment is not a spoiler as these comments don't pertain to this book. Sure, there are some alien artefacts and technology, but the authors have always kept it mysterious in a way - not so much with this last book.
Will I read the next Nora Kelly book? Absolutely! However, I still prefer the Pendergast series and can't wait for the next instalment.
weebulls's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
mysterious
tense
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5