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airthiel's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-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? No
3.0
hellonursej's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5 - I expected a funny, cozy-like mystery read much like The Maid, however this wasn’t like that. For the basis of the story to be centered around elderly assassins, I felt like I had to constantly be reminded by the author that the characters were old. And when it was revealed who put the hit out on the ladies, I honestly didn’t even remember who that character was. No twists and turns to awe me in this one.
chloemakesbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Solid 3. Some of the characters weren't very distinct, but the feminine rage was palpable and useful. Wish the plot had been a little less transparent, but enjoyable. Needed more on Constance and Minka, but not engaging enough to make it a series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Blood
Moderate: Sexism
tiffanne11's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Four young girls were trained as assassins. Now, 40 years later, they are retired and going on a cruise. But their trip descends into chaos when they identify an operative from their organization with a bomb to kill them.
This book is action packed fun, but would probably play better on a screen than it did in a book. Think The Italian Job but with four old ladies.
This book is action packed fun, but would probably play better on a screen than it did in a book. Think The Italian Job but with four old ladies.
lynguy1's review against another edition
4.0
Deanna Raybourn brings friendship, humor, danger, and action to her suspenseful thriller, Killers of a Certain Age. Billie, Mary Alice, Helen, and Natalie worked as assassins for forty years. The Museum, an international clandestine organization, recruited them in the late 1970’s and they are now ready to retire. To celebrate, the company has given them an all- expenses paid cruise. However, when they find someone from their organization in disguise aboard the ship, they wonder if they have been marked for termination, or are they merely expendable?
The novel is mainly written from Billie’s point of view and has a few flashback scenes to the four women’s initial recruitment, training, and a couple of early missions. However, most of it is written in current times. Ms. Raybourn knows now to create dynamic characters that feel real and relatable despite the main characters being assassins. I loved the humor and depth.
This story captivated me from the first page with extraordinary characters, travel, brilliant world-building, and exciting scenes intersperses with wit and humor. There are unpredictable moments in the story that provide some unexpected twists. While this novel has some detailed depictions of violence and murder, it is about more than just assassins and their work. There’s a focus on friendship, connections, age, perception and invisibility of older women, trust, and much more.
Overall, this is an engaging, well-plotted, and wonderfully executed story that is entertaining and unique. If you like dry wit, mature characters, and plenty of action then this is definitely a book to consider reading. I’m looking forward to reading more by this author.
Berkley Publishing Group and Deanna Raybourn provided a complimentary digital ARC of this novel via NetGalley. This is my honest review. Opinions are mine alone and are not biased in any way. Publication date is currently set for September 06, 2022.
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My 4.19 rounded to 4 stars review is coming soon.
The novel is mainly written from Billie’s point of view and has a few flashback scenes to the four women’s initial recruitment, training, and a couple of early missions. However, most of it is written in current times. Ms. Raybourn knows now to create dynamic characters that feel real and relatable despite the main characters being assassins. I loved the humor and depth.
This story captivated me from the first page with extraordinary characters, travel, brilliant world-building, and exciting scenes intersperses with wit and humor. There are unpredictable moments in the story that provide some unexpected twists. While this novel has some detailed depictions of violence and murder, it is about more than just assassins and their work. There’s a focus on friendship, connections, age, perception and invisibility of older women, trust, and much more.
Overall, this is an engaging, well-plotted, and wonderfully executed story that is entertaining and unique. If you like dry wit, mature characters, and plenty of action then this is definitely a book to consider reading. I’m looking forward to reading more by this author.
Berkley Publishing Group and Deanna Raybourn provided a complimentary digital ARC of this novel via NetGalley. This is my honest review. Opinions are mine alone and are not biased in any way. Publication date is currently set for September 06, 2022.
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My 4.19 rounded to 4 stars review is coming soon.
sylvaingautier's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ammarahw's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I thought this was a really fun read and I loved the characters. It reminds me of How to Cook a Tart!
gracestryker1's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book!! It was one of those little cozy cute thrillers or whatever they call it. I vibed with the main character she was a sassy 60 year old assassin.