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wowsmeows's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
"I've never been good at striking
up conversations with
strangers, especially the opposite sex. I needed to come up with a suitable opening line. I knew what would work for me if the roles were reversed - something like: 'Do you prefer even or uneven surfaces?' 'Do you wish that Sports Direct also sold fresh meat?' 'Have you ever needed to use a tourniquet in your work environment?' "
The Satsuma Complex follows the story of Gary, a man who meets up with a friend for a pint and then accidentally gets caught up in their subsequent disappearance. This is not a crime thriller by any means, but it does have some suspense, mystery, a touch of romance and a really solid plot.
I really enjoyed this book, there were many laugh out loud moments. I listened to the audiobook and there were times you could almost hear Bob smiling at the jokes. Wonderful. Sally Phillips was equally fantastic as always. If you're a fan of Bob Mortimer's crazy humour from his many WILTY appearances, I'd definitely recommend giving this a go.
That being said, there are some darker moments in the book, but overall it was a delight to read.
"dogs sharing an interest in a spillage (I imagine the dogs are called Zak Briefcase and Lengthy Parsnips)."
Minor: Death of parent, Confinement, Death, Physical abuse, Domestic abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Police brutality, Bullying, Murder, Violence, and Emotional abuse
millie_blue's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Physical abuse, Gun violence, Blood, Drug use, and Violence
mayze's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
It's a solid book, I think it doesn't bring anything new narrative-wise and found the romantic plot very unrealistic and even somewhat stalkerish (I initially thought that would be the plot) but still it a pleasant read overall.
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Sexism, Violence, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Blood, and Emotional abuse
hb22's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Domestic abuse
nreyno's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Minor: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Toxic relationship, and Kidnapping
gemloukay's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Moderate: Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Injury/Injury detail
amyowen's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Violence, Gaslighting, and Murder
laurataylor's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Murder, Police brutality, Alcohol, Chronic illness, Abandonment, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
theunfinishedbookshelf's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Murder
stagasaurus's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Some sentences only Bob Mortimer could have got past an editor. My favourite one, "We each had an ice cream cornet made with the draft variety of ice cream that falls out of the machine at the pull of a lever."
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Violence, Kidnapping, and Domestic abuse