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ess_naomi's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
connie445's review against another edition
challenging
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
smorrison4's review against another edition
fast-paced
4.0
This group of investigators (the misfits) is an eclectic group and it made for an interesting story. I love that Ash is willing to go to the dark side and skirt the rules to solve this mystery. It wouldn't work in real life but I love it in fiction.
I will definitely have to check out the rest of this series.
I will definitely have to check out the rest of this series.
nickmasters's review against another edition
4.0
I accidentally picked this book up, not realising it was the 3rd the book in a series.
Had I known I would not have given it a second look (at least not until I happened to have read the 1st two books in the series). On hindsight I am glad I didn’t know. This book can definitely be enjoyed as a stand-alone (although it would be much better to have read the series), and everyone deserves a bit of Ash Henderson, even if you are reluctant to invest in an entire series.
There is definitely a lot happening in this book, primarily centred on the quest to capture two separate serial killers. And although the plot itself is great, it is really Ash Henderson and the collection of other great character portrayals that make this book brilliant. I am really surprised how vivid and tangible the characters are, considering that the book is intended to be part of a series. I can only imagine how much more enjoyable the read could be if the 1st two books had also been read (and I certainly will try go back and read them).
Thanks NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for a review copy.
Had I known I would not have given it a second look (at least not until I happened to have read the 1st two books in the series). On hindsight I am glad I didn’t know. This book can definitely be enjoyed as a stand-alone (although it would be much better to have read the series), and everyone deserves a bit of Ash Henderson, even if you are reluctant to invest in an entire series.
There is definitely a lot happening in this book, primarily centred on the quest to capture two separate serial killers. And although the plot itself is great, it is really Ash Henderson and the collection of other great character portrayals that make this book brilliant. I am really surprised how vivid and tangible the characters are, considering that the book is intended to be part of a series. I can only imagine how much more enjoyable the read could be if the 1st two books had also been read (and I certainly will try go back and read them).
Thanks NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for a review copy.
squirrelsonbookshelves's review against another edition
4.0
First book finished of the year!
Not for those who have an aversion to violence and the odd bit of torture...
Two serial killers to catch. A whole load of personal issues to deal with. Plus a ton of dark, Scottish humour.
Not for those who have an aversion to violence and the odd bit of torture...
Two serial killers to catch. A whole load of personal issues to deal with. Plus a ton of dark, Scottish humour.
bsabis57's review against another edition
4.0
3 stars plus a bonus star for the cheeky reference to the Logan McRae novels in the bookclub
katlinstirling_reads's review against another edition
2.0
(Audiobook)
Enjoyed listening to this audiobook, was quite a long one at just shy of 17hours. Can be a bit triggering to some but I really enjoyed how the narrator read and put across this story!
Enjoyed listening to this audiobook, was quite a long one at just shy of 17hours. Can be a bit triggering to some but I really enjoyed how the narrator read and put across this story!
thelibraryofimagination's review against another edition
5.0
This was my first read of Stuart MacBride’s work and now I am wondering why I haven’t devoured his books already.
So a huge thank you to The Pigeonhole for the ebook in exchange for an honest review and for introducing me to this brilliant author. It was nice to have Stuart’s highly entertaining videos and witty comments as I read. That was a real treat!
The Coffin Maker’s Garden is an Ash Henderson novel. I was unaware that this book is part of a series and was a little lost with a few of the many vibrant characters, however, it did not impact my enjoyment of the novel in any way.
This story is about a serial killer, well, two actually. One has been killing for a long time and the other is just starting out. It is up to Ash and his adorable sidekicks Alice and Henry to investigate the murders and find the killers before they take another innocent victim. The investigations are intense and entertaining. Things are so intense that Alice needs to drink, a lot, and Ash needs a hospital, badly. Will they find the murderers before they strike again?
From the beginning I was drawn into this story. I love a good crime thriller and The Coffin Maker’s Garden ticked all the boxes. Engaging story, check. Interesting characters, check. Suspenseful narration, check. Humour, check. And most importantly, descriptive and captivating writing, check! Perfect! Definitely a 5 star read for me and I will be reading his other work as well.
So a huge thank you to The Pigeonhole for the ebook in exchange for an honest review and for introducing me to this brilliant author. It was nice to have Stuart’s highly entertaining videos and witty comments as I read. That was a real treat!
The Coffin Maker’s Garden is an Ash Henderson novel. I was unaware that this book is part of a series and was a little lost with a few of the many vibrant characters, however, it did not impact my enjoyment of the novel in any way.
This story is about a serial killer, well, two actually. One has been killing for a long time and the other is just starting out. It is up to Ash and his adorable sidekicks Alice and Henry to investigate the murders and find the killers before they take another innocent victim. The investigations are intense and entertaining. Things are so intense that Alice needs to drink, a lot, and Ash needs a hospital, badly. Will they find the murderers before they strike again?
From the beginning I was drawn into this story. I love a good crime thriller and The Coffin Maker’s Garden ticked all the boxes. Engaging story, check. Interesting characters, check. Suspenseful narration, check. Humour, check. And most importantly, descriptive and captivating writing, check! Perfect! Definitely a 5 star read for me and I will be reading his other work as well.