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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
The more of Anthony Horowitz that I read the more I enjoy his books. I may have to try one of his James Bond novels next.
This is the second in the Hawthorne series, following the series debut Murder is the Word (previously reviewed). This is a fabulous series that I hope goes on for quite a while.
Hawthorne is a private detective who is frequently called in by the police to help solve difficult cases. In the first book, Anthony Horowitz is asked by his publisher to follow Hawthorne around so he can write a biography about him. Once again, Hawthorne is called in to solve another case. This time the case involves the murder of a divorce attorney, and Hawthorne once again wants Horowitz to write another book about him and this case.
First of all, I just love the way that Horowitz has written himself into these mysteries. He is such a creative and gifted writer. It is interesting to me how he describes what is going on as he is writing and involved with the filming of Foyles War or writing his Sherlock Holmes books during the investigation. My husband has watched and thoroughly enjoyed the Foyles War series, so I know that will be in my future. Hawthorne is such an odd character, too. He is so mysterious and withholds so much for a man who wants a biography written about him. It was also fun reading about how Horowitz was determined to solve this mystery on his own before Hawthorne, creating a bit of competition. DI Cara Crenshaw’s character also added dimension to the book. Along with this great crime-solving duo, the plotting of the mysteries is very well done. If you haven’t read this series, I highly recommend it.
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Hawthorne is a private detective who is frequently called in by the police to help solve difficult cases. In the first book, Anthony Horowitz is asked by his publisher to follow Hawthorne around so he can write a biography about him. Once again, Hawthorne is called in to solve another case. This time the case involves the murder of a divorce attorney, and Hawthorne once again wants Horowitz to write another book about him and this case.
First of all, I just love the way that Horowitz has written himself into these mysteries. He is such a creative and gifted writer. It is interesting to me how he describes what is going on as he is writing and involved with the filming of Foyles War or writing his Sherlock Holmes books during the investigation. My husband has watched and thoroughly enjoyed the Foyles War series, so I know that will be in my future. Hawthorne is such an odd character, too. He is so mysterious and withholds so much for a man who wants a biography written about him. It was also fun reading about how Horowitz was determined to solve this mystery on his own before Hawthorne, creating a bit of competition. DI Cara Crenshaw’s character also added dimension to the book. Along with this great crime-solving duo, the plotting of the mysteries is very well done. If you haven’t read this series, I highly recommend it.
For more reviews see: marysreadallaboutit.wordpress.com
It's a fine mystery, and I usually really enjoy Holmes and Watson style stories, but I don't care for Anthony Horowitz as a character. As a writer, he does some fine work, but always with a certain "look how clever I'm being" tone that wears thin after one or two books.
Still, if you enjoy his other stories, you'll probably enjoy this one, and the man does credit to the British mystery genre.
Still, if you enjoy his other stories, you'll probably enjoy this one, and the man does credit to the British mystery genre.
Clever writing and a good plot, but the two protagonists just don't meld; author as protagonist is not great. Easy for readers and allows all kinds of false leads.
Just wish there was some meat on the bones of this.
Just wish there was some meat on the bones of this.
A really fun Agatha Christie type murder mystery! Well written with lots of twists & turns it kept me guessing till the end!
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.25 stars. I love the audio version of this series. This is book two. The author has made himself a character in the book which is a neat twist. The narrator is terrific.