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wdeaton1998's review
dark
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
xxstefaniereadsxx's review against another edition
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? N/A
4.0
The eleventh book in the series picks up right where we left off in Black Notice, thankfully. Black Notice ended in a way that left me disappointed, and I am glad we continued with some of the resolutions that were lacking in that book. In this installment, Scarpetta has to leave her home, which is now the crime scene in her attempted murder. She continues to investigate the Chandonne family, which were the main interests in the previous book. Kay is also being framed for murder and is attempting to clear her name, get to the bottom of the Chandonne mystery, and find out what the deal is behind the death of Benton, her secret lover (which was not so secret). We learn a lot about the secrets Kay has in her past.
sophiewilliams's review against another edition
3.0
Life is collapsing round Scarpetta in this one. Big changes in her life - will be interesting to see where it goes next.
zosiablue's review against another edition
3.0
(3.5) I was bummed at first that this book continued the weird werewolf plot from the last one, but she made it work. The majority of the book is epistolary (interviews), which I like! But not everyone will find that interesting.
Also, I love how every character tries to imply Scarpetta is gay (the author is gay IRL but not the character), notably this amazing exchange (paraphrased):
A: Do you think the victim was coming on to you?
S: Maybe, I don't know,
A: How would make you feel it she was?
S: Probably uncomfortable.
A: Let's change subjects. Do you think the victim ate out a lot?
Bless.
Also, I love how every character tries to imply Scarpetta is gay (the author is gay IRL but not the character), notably this amazing exchange (paraphrased):
A: Do you think the victim was coming on to you?
S: Maybe, I don't know,
A: How would make you feel it she was?
S: Probably uncomfortable.
A: Let's change subjects. Do you think the victim ate out a lot?
Bless.
bibliobethreads's review against another edition
This is one of the best Scarpetta books in my opinion. There is so much going on that makes you keep reading, and I love the way that it carries on from the previous book Black Notice. In a way I wish the other books in the series did the same thing as it often seems a bit disjointed.
woolfardis's review against another edition
4.0
adarossiwrites's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
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
5.0
katmarhan's review against another edition
3.0
7/10
Marino has become a caricature, Scarpetta is getting more psychologically messed up with every turned page, and no one can be trusted. This is a downer book—not that any of the Kay Scarpetta series so far have been sunshine and roses, but this is unrelentingly dark.
It picks up exactly where the previous book left off, and is really a continuation of that story. And yes, I read the final third of the book in one sitting, staying up extremely late to do so. Thick tension and plot developments roll inexorably forward. Not enough is resolved, so it’s on to the next book.
Marino has become a caricature, Scarpetta is getting more psychologically messed up with every turned page, and no one can be trusted. This is a downer book—not that any of the Kay Scarpetta series so far have been sunshine and roses, but this is unrelentingly dark.
It picks up exactly where the previous book left off, and is really a continuation of that story. And yes, I read the final third of the book in one sitting, staying up extremely late to do so. Thick tension and plot developments roll inexorably forward. Not enough is resolved, so it’s on to the next book.
jeo224's review
5.0
The last three books were truly a dark journey, with this one being the darkest thus far. I am looking forward to more of the series - love the characters and the writing - but feel a bit exhausted after this. I listened to an abridged version of the next book but want to actually read the entire thing. Excellent series! I don't want to say more as I do not want to spoil anything ...