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mysterymom40's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Murder, Gaslighting, Physical abuse, Medical trauma, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Infidelity and Grief
indyemmajones's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
Wow. I really was blown away again! Richard Osman nailed it once again. I loved the exploration of the characters. They are all so real! I especially loved the exploration of Ibrahim. All the characters are complex, but especially Ib. I loved the humor, and I also loved the emotional, quieter moments from the characters.
The "bad guys" were believable while still fitting with the lighthearted tone of the story overall. I really enjoyed this one, and I'm definitely looking forward to The Bullet That Missed!
The "bad guys" were believable while still fitting with the lighthearted tone of the story overall. I really enjoyed this one, and I'm definitely looking forward to The Bullet That Missed!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Injury/Injury detail, Medical trauma, and Physical abuse
Minor: Alcohol and Dementia
agirlnamedellie's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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? No
4.0
I enjoyed this book more than the first one in the series. Osman has really grown as a writer and the story was more gripping and exciting than his first novel. Although at points, I found the dialogue a little cringy and some of the actions of the police department a little farfetched, I enjoyed the development of the characters and the introduction of new characters helped to more the story along. The story of Elizabeth's past job and ex-husband was believable and helps to add depth to her character and helps to explain her thought processes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Hate crime, Racism, Physical abuse, and Murder
Minor: Dementia
stirlitza's review
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Physical abuse, Gun violence, and Murder
honeycrispp's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Death
Moderate: Dementia
Minor: Death, Physical abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, and Blood
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