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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
Another great one from the Harry Bosch collection. If you like this author (or mystery/suspense genre), this is a great read (and the audiobook read by Len Cariou is just awesome.)
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Echo Park
4 Stars
When a suspected serial killer confesses to a cold case that has plagued detective Harry Bosch for 13 years, he gets drawn into the political machinations of the police and the DA's office. What starts out as a routine interrogation turns into a complex conspiracy that may have devastating consequences for Harry and his partner.
As with many of the Bosch books, the 2nd half is better than the 1st. The initial setup and progression is rather predictable as the killer is introduced and the reader waits for the other shoe to drop. Thankfully, when it does, the clever twists and turns of the case transform an otherwise mundane story into an engrossing thriller.
Harry is one of those intense and brooding heroes always on the brink of self-destruction. His recklessness is particularly apparent in this installment as guilt and anger lead him to question is judgment and his mission.
As I've stated in past reviews, romance is not Connelly's forte. Nevertheless, the pairing of Harry with FBI agent Rachel Walling has been a stroke of genius. Their interactions are engaging and she is a good match for him both personally and professionally. Considering the way things turn out here, it would be a pity if Connelly allowed this relationship to slip through Harry's fingers.
Only time (and the next book) will tell.
4 Stars
When a suspected serial killer confesses to a cold case that has plagued detective Harry Bosch for 13 years, he gets drawn into the political machinations of the police and the DA's office. What starts out as a routine interrogation turns into a complex conspiracy that may have devastating consequences for Harry and his partner.
As with many of the Bosch books, the 2nd half is better than the 1st. The initial setup and progression is rather predictable as the killer is introduced and the reader waits for the other shoe to drop. Thankfully, when it does, the clever twists and turns of the case transform an otherwise mundane story into an engrossing thriller.
Harry is one of those intense and brooding heroes always on the brink of self-destruction. His recklessness is particularly apparent in this installment as guilt and anger lead him to question is judgment and his mission.
As I've stated in past reviews, romance is not Connelly's forte. Nevertheless, the pairing of Harry with FBI agent Rachel Walling has been a stroke of genius. Their interactions are engaging and she is a good match for him both personally and professionally. Considering the way things turn out here, it would be a pity if Connelly allowed this relationship to slip through Harry's fingers.
Only time (and the next book) will tell.
another audiobook that is perfect to have on in the background while you are doing something else. This one had some promising developments in the middle which were ruined a bit for me by the too perfect tied up ending
mysterious
medium-paced
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I'm pretty sure I had read this one before. That's what happens when you don't have a good record keeping system.
Either 3.5 or 4.
As much as I love Bosch and as much as the series doesn't cuddle the police, the justice system and politics, it feels nice to also have a character you're supposed to like and agree with their judgement question Bosch's morality as well.
Didn't remember a whole lot, which is super fun to be honest as I feel like when I guess plot twist, I can forget that it's probably just my brain ReMeMbERiNg and lie to myself that it's all me, the genius, who got it before it happened.
I also feel like this is peak Bosch territory, as there's enough action, enough detective stuff, enough that girl he's flirting with, who's also brilliant, and enough dirtiness in the fucked up systems of LA. Not enough Maddie tho, but I can understand why.
As much as I love Bosch and as much as the series doesn't cuddle the police, the justice system and politics, it feels nice to also have a character you're supposed to like and agree with their judgement question Bosch's morality as well.
Didn't remember a whole lot, which is super fun to be honest as I feel like when I guess plot twist, I can forget that it's probably just my brain ReMeMbERiNg and lie to myself that it's all me, the genius, who got it before it happened.
I also feel like this is peak Bosch territory, as there's enough action, enough detective stuff, enough that girl he's flirting with, who's also brilliant, and enough dirtiness in the fucked up systems of LA. Not enough Maddie tho, but I can understand why.
mysterious
tense
fast-paced