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kirkw1972's review against another edition
5.0
I've read a few of this series now and have always enjoyed the adventures of Crispen and Jack. I've not read the one that is a bit of a back story to Crispen and Phillipa Walcote so that's going on my to read pile as it seems very intriguing.
This time Crispen is trying to solve a murder that a 7 year old has been accused of. 7! You know you are reading a medieval mystery when the 7 year old is threatened with hanging. Gruesome stuff. The twists and turns around this are great. There's a secondary supernatural story as the bishop of St Modwens is convinced the dead are rising and having a wander around the graveyard. I found the information on the real St Modwen in the afterword fascinating and someone I've never heard of but I want to know more about this female saint. I love when a novel take me on an adventure of learning something I may not otherwise have known.
There's a race against time to save young Christopher from the gallows and find out if there really is a medieval zombie and I love how it all comes together. I very much loved the ending. these characters are growing and growing and I love seeing how they've developed into a little family. Excellent stuff and looking forward to picking up the next in the series
This time Crispen is trying to solve a murder that a 7 year old has been accused of. 7! You know you are reading a medieval mystery when the 7 year old is threatened with hanging. Gruesome stuff. The twists and turns around this are great. There's a secondary supernatural story as the bishop of St Modwens is convinced the dead are rising and having a wander around the graveyard. I found the information on the real St Modwen in the afterword fascinating and someone I've never heard of but I want to know more about this female saint. I love when a novel take me on an adventure of learning something I may not otherwise have known.
There's a race against time to save young Christopher from the gallows and find out if there really is a medieval zombie and I love how it all comes together. I very much loved the ending. these characters are growing and growing and I love seeing how they've developed into a little family. Excellent stuff and looking forward to picking up the next in the series
ewil6681's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bookslayer's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
mechbutterfly's review against another edition
4.0
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a review.
The Deepest Grave is a supenseful mystery set in London, 1392. I haven't read any other novels in the series before, still I had no difficulties getting to know the main character, the recurring cast and who they are to each other. Despite the gap in time, which of course comes with a very different mind-set and hbits of living, the characters came across as vivid, likeable and easy to relate to. I especially enjoyed the atmospheric setting, that certain "medieval" feel without diving into cliches of the genre. A great read, I'll definitely check out the rest of this series.
The Deepest Grave is a supenseful mystery set in London, 1392. I haven't read any other novels in the series before, still I had no difficulties getting to know the main character, the recurring cast and who they are to each other. Despite the gap in time, which of course comes with a very different mind-set and hbits of living, the characters came across as vivid, likeable and easy to relate to. I especially enjoyed the atmospheric setting, that certain "medieval" feel without diving into cliches of the genre. A great read, I'll definitely check out the rest of this series.
branpender12's review against another edition
5.0
I have thoroughly enjoyed all the tales in this series thus far and I was not let down in the latest installment!
This book sends Crispin on a mission to solve the question of why corpses are wondering around outside of their graves in the middle of the night. I really enjoy the way te author brings historical themes to light in a modern way! As always, Westerson keeps the reader entranced with fast paced action and witty banter!
I highly recommend this series to any one who loves a great story premise with historical aspects, paranormal feats, and Sherlock Holmes
I was offered this book in exchange for an honest review! Thank you for allowing me the opportunity.
This book sends Crispin on a mission to solve the question of why corpses are wondering around outside of their graves in the middle of the night. I really enjoy the way te author brings historical themes to light in a modern way! As always, Westerson keeps the reader entranced with fast paced action and witty banter!
I highly recommend this series to any one who loves a great story premise with historical aspects, paranormal feats, and Sherlock Holmes
I was offered this book in exchange for an honest review! Thank you for allowing me the opportunity.
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
It's the first book I read in this series and I really liked it.
I loved the characters, especially Crispin that is both complex and very human, and the plot.
It's a fascinating mix of noir and historical mystery that keep you guessing till the end and it's fast paced and enthralling.
It' was a pleasure to read this book and I hope to read soon another instalment.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to Severn House and Netgalley for this ARC
I loved the characters, especially Crispin that is both complex and very human, and the plot.
It's a fascinating mix of noir and historical mystery that keep you guessing till the end and it's fast paced and enthralling.
It' was a pleasure to read this book and I hope to read soon another instalment.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to Severn House and Netgalley for this ARC
vesper1931's review
3.0
1392 London and the dead are walking at night at St Modwen’s Church. Crispin Guest is begged by Father Bulthius to investigate. But Guest receives a summons from former lover Philippa Walcote to help prove that her 7 year old son did not commit the murder is has confessed to.
An enjoyable mystery and easy read.
A NetGalley Book
An enjoyable mystery and easy read.
A NetGalley Book
annarella's review
5.0
It's the first book I read in this series and I really liked it.
I loved the characters, especially Crispin that is both complex and very human, and the plot.
It's a fascinating mix of noir and historical mystery that keep you guessing till the end and it's fast paced and enthralling.
It' was a pleasure to read this book and I hope to read soon another instalment.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to Severn House and Netgalley for this ARC
I loved the characters, especially Crispin that is both complex and very human, and the plot.
It's a fascinating mix of noir and historical mystery that keep you guessing till the end and it's fast paced and enthralling.
It' was a pleasure to read this book and I hope to read soon another instalment.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to Severn House and Netgalley for this ARC
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