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littletaiko's review against another edition
3.0
Keira and Gage are off touring Ireland when they get summoned to help with a mysterious death of a nun. This felt a bit like a filler book to help get all the characters moving along to something else. It's nice to see Keira less concerned about her past and becoming more comfortable with her life now. It was also fun to see one of the characters from the first book pop us as well. I did find that I missed the interactions with Keira's family since this time it was just Keira and Gage and their servants. Though on the plus side that meant more of Bree, and you really can't have too much of her.
melohpa's review against another edition
2.0
See my review at https://topplingbookpile.blogspot.com/2019/12/as-death-draws-near-by-anna-lee-huber.html
hgarf13's review against another edition
3.0
Was less invested in this one now that the romance is gone. Lol.
kelszee's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
msnyderk's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked the setting in Ireland for this book. I loved the Abbey and the grounds and the sisters. Seeing Keira and Gage as they begin their married life was good too. Keira has come so far since the first book. I really loved the conversation she had with the Mother Superior towards the end of the book about the callings we have in life.
veronica87's review against another edition
3.0
Not my favorite book in the series. The history on the unrest surrounding the tithes protests in Ireland was interesting but the ultimate motivations for the murders felt flat.
jennfs10's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ashnight's review against another edition
5.0
In this installment we start to see how Kiera and Gage handle being married and inquiring at a murder in Ireland. They have to deal with not getting the information that they require at the star and are waking in to the mystery almost blind.
The evolution of these characters makes this a very enjoyable series. They are not married and have to deal with the ups and downs that come with that.
They mystery also provide lost of twist and turns as you are unsure of what the motives behind the murder is, be it: Religion, politics, love, hate, or something else.
I love this series and cannot wait for more.
The evolution of these characters makes this a very enjoyable series. They are not married and have to deal with the ups and downs that come with that.
They mystery also provide lost of twist and turns as you are unsure of what the motives behind the murder is, be it: Religion, politics, love, hate, or something else.
I love this series and cannot wait for more.
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
As Death Draws near
4 Stars
Kiera and her new husband, Sebastian Gage, are enjoying their honeymoon in the idyllic countryside of the Lake District when they receive a missive from her father-in-law requesting their assistance in investigating the death of a young Irish nun. Upon arriving in Ireland, Kiera and Gage are faced with the locals' suspicion and mistrust as well as the growing unrest between the Catholic and Protestant populace. Can they solve the crime before they are caught up in the violence?
While the mystery is not as gripping in this installment, the setting and characterization more than make up for it.
The murder investigation progresses slowly as Kiera and Gage endeavor to garner information about the victim and motives from recalcitrant witnesses. The twists and turns of the case are intriguing enough to keep turning the pages, but some of the revelations are predicable, and the final confrontation with the killer is anti-climactic.
In contrast, the rural Irish setting as well as the historical background on the religious and political aspects of what, in later years, becomes the infamous Troubles is particularly interesting and adds an extra layer of nuance to the mystery.
As with the previous books in the series, the real highlight is the ongoing character development. It is often difficult for mystery authors to maintain the excitement of any romantic elements, especially once the couple marries. However, this is not the case for Sebastian and Kiera whose relationship continues to evolve and strengthen both in terms of their physical intimacy as well as their emotional bond.
In conclusion, As Death Draws Near is first-rate addition to the series and the hints regarding the next book, which will apparently focus on Gage's family secrets, are very intriguing.
4 Stars
Kiera and her new husband, Sebastian Gage, are enjoying their honeymoon in the idyllic countryside of the Lake District when they receive a missive from her father-in-law requesting their assistance in investigating the death of a young Irish nun. Upon arriving in Ireland, Kiera and Gage are faced with the locals' suspicion and mistrust as well as the growing unrest between the Catholic and Protestant populace. Can they solve the crime before they are caught up in the violence?
While the mystery is not as gripping in this installment, the setting and characterization more than make up for it.
The murder investigation progresses slowly as Kiera and Gage endeavor to garner information about the victim and motives from recalcitrant witnesses. The twists and turns of the case are intriguing enough to keep turning the pages, but some of the revelations are predicable, and the final confrontation with the killer is anti-climactic.
In contrast, the rural Irish setting as well as the historical background on the religious and political aspects of what, in later years, becomes the infamous Troubles is particularly interesting and adds an extra layer of nuance to the mystery.
As with the previous books in the series, the real highlight is the ongoing character development. It is often difficult for mystery authors to maintain the excitement of any romantic elements, especially once the couple marries. However, this is not the case for Sebastian and Kiera whose relationship continues to evolve and strengthen both in terms of their physical intimacy as well as their emotional bond.
In conclusion, As Death Draws Near is first-rate addition to the series and the hints regarding the next book, which will apparently focus on Gage's family secrets, are very intriguing.