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mintlovesbooks's review against another edition
2.0
When Buddhist monk Wayan Bagus loses the island he's been living on, he turns to the eccentric Emerson Knight for help. Knight then enlists his cousin Vernon and assistant Riley Moon to help solve the mystery. In the process, they also uncover a conspiracy so secret, some would do anything to keep it under wraps. Can they solve this seemingly impossible case?
Dangerous Minds is a funny and entertaining novel that almost feels like it could be the plot for an action-adventure movie at some points. The characters are hilarious!
However, the plot and many of the characters were somewhat realistic and unbelievable. It did make the book entertaining, but at the same time, it took me out of the immersion of the book. A mystery or an adventure doesn't have to be totally believable for it to be enjoyable for me, but it was a bit too ridiculous for my tastes.
If you're looking for a realistic mystery, this book isn't for you. However, if you're looking for a fun, Fast and the Furious kind of book, this might be up your alley.
You don't need to have read the first book in the series to enjoy this book. You should be aware that there is some violence in this book, but I didn't find it to be too graphic or explicit.
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Dangerous Minds is a funny and entertaining novel that almost feels like it could be the plot for an action-adventure movie at some points. The characters are hilarious!
However, the plot and many of the characters were somewhat realistic and unbelievable. It did make the book entertaining, but at the same time, it took me out of the immersion of the book. A mystery or an adventure doesn't have to be totally believable for it to be enjoyable for me, but it was a bit too ridiculous for my tastes.
If you're looking for a realistic mystery, this book isn't for you. However, if you're looking for a fun, Fast and the Furious kind of book, this might be up your alley.
You don't need to have read the first book in the series to enjoy this book. You should be aware that there is some violence in this book, but I didn't find it to be too graphic or explicit.
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katzreads's review against another edition
3.0
It was okay, but not as good as I wanted it to be. I fear I was expecting too much from Janet Evanovich. I truly love the Stephanie Plum books, but the characters in this one just aren't as clearly defined or as engaging. Perhaps it's just that I have read so many of the Stephanie Plum books that I feel like I know them, and this is the first "Knight and Moon" book I have read. I would read another, but we'll see. The fact that it took me 11 days to finish it speaks volumes. . .I usually finish an Evanovich book in two or three days (at most).
maw539's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.0
In true Evanovich style, this book was full of wacky characters and an even wackier mystery to solve. While this was fun for the first 100 pages I found myself growing bored reading Dangerous Minds. While all the elements were there, it just didn't quite come together for me.
brontejane's review against another edition
3.0
A quick, easy read with the usual wacky characters found in her books. Some reviewers complained about how out there it was, and yes, it has an improbable premise. But sometimes you just want a crazy, easy read. This is to the DaVinci Code type books what Space Balls is to Star Wars. Is it my favorite of her books/series? No, but I was entertained enough to keep reading.
laughlinesandliterature's review against another edition
3.0
Humorous, funny, this book was the perfect lighthearted read! I really enjoyed watching Riley and Emerson actually admit to their attraction for one another. It was cute.
edawhitby's review against another edition
5.0
The thing I like most about Janet's writing, is that it's fast paced from beginning to end. It doesn't slow down, or get boring in sections. This is my first time reading one of her books, and her writing style and quirky characters had me hooked from page one. The book keeps you guessing long enough to get invested, but then sorts out the details in a way that feels completely natural. The characters are interesting, the humor is good. I won't say more because of spoilers, but I definitely recommend it.
bookloverchelle's review against another edition
4.0
Another fun, funny listen from Janet Evanovich. Riley Moon isn't quite sure what's she's gotten herself in to working for eccentric millionaire Emerson Knight but since it's currently her only job option she'll take what she can get. When a Buddhist monk shows up on his doorstep looking for help Emerson is ready to jump right in. And, 'crap on a cracker', Riley is right there next to him. As the attempt to unravel a mystery in the National Parks Emerson and Riley bungle along with the help of Emerson's cousin Vernon. Enjoyable, funny, maybe a little unrealistic, but a fun journey none the less!
meeghanreads's review against another edition
4.0
Ah Janet… you certainly have a formula, don't you. Not that I’m complaining, it’s a formula that works, and is highly enjoyable, it’s just predictable!
I will absolutely admit there came a point around fifty pages in where Riley’s car take a hatchet to the hood and then starts leaking fluids - we assume at this point that the car is not going to make it - and all I thought was “Oh my god. She’s Stephanie reincarnated.” It was around that point I considered putting the book down, but then I thought to myself “There’s no love triangle, so I think we're good.”
We start this book leaving off (we assume) not that long after the events of Curious Minds, and find that Riley is working for Emerson trying to untangle his estate’s affairs. Enter stage left a friend of Emerson’s (a Buddhist monk named Wayan Bagus) who brings an unusual problem to Emerson for solving. His island north of Samoa has disappeared. Now, I know what you’re thinking, Riley thought it too, how the hell does an island with a rainforest, beaches and a volcano just go missing? Well, it appears that Evanovich can make anything happen, and then seem strangely plausible. It’s a gift, I tell you.
In terms of character development, there isn’t a great deal with Riley or Emerson. We learn that Emerson enjoys Sherlock quotes and finds Riley attractive, and we learn that Riley still says “Crap on a cracker”, and Emerson’s eccentricities annoy her less. I’ll give you one guess where this is heading. We do learn a bit more about Emerson’s cousin Vernon, which is a nice distraction to the seemingly implausible plot.
There is absolutely something about the mystery/crime/chick-lit/bordering-on-fantasy that these stories hold. I guess we first see them in the Plum ‘between-the-novels’ with Diesel, and then he kind of to his own series with Lizzy which seems to have fallen off the radar. At best, this new series is a nice mix between the Fox and O’Hare and Plum series’. Some ridiculousness mixed with some far-fetched scheming. What I would like to see is Evanovich write about a relationship that *gasp* works. I know, right? Call me crazy. I do have hopes that either this or the Nick and Kate books will get that one day.
It was a good, fun, quick read though, and I think it will be my new favourite of hers. Call me crazy, but I think I like Emerson!
♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ - 7/10 hearts
I will absolutely admit there came a point around fifty pages in where Riley’s car take a hatchet to the hood and then starts leaking fluids - we assume at this point that the car is not going to make it - and all I thought was “Oh my god. She’s Stephanie reincarnated.” It was around that point I considered putting the book down, but then I thought to myself “There’s no love triangle, so I think we're good.”
We start this book leaving off (we assume) not that long after the events of Curious Minds, and find that Riley is working for Emerson trying to untangle his estate’s affairs. Enter stage left a friend of Emerson’s (a Buddhist monk named Wayan Bagus) who brings an unusual problem to Emerson for solving. His island north of Samoa has disappeared. Now, I know what you’re thinking, Riley thought it too, how the hell does an island with a rainforest, beaches and a volcano just go missing? Well, it appears that Evanovich can make anything happen, and then seem strangely plausible. It’s a gift, I tell you.
In terms of character development, there isn’t a great deal with Riley or Emerson. We learn that Emerson enjoys Sherlock quotes and finds Riley attractive, and we learn that Riley still says “Crap on a cracker”, and Emerson’s eccentricities annoy her less. I’ll give you one guess where this is heading. We do learn a bit more about Emerson’s cousin Vernon, which is a nice distraction to the seemingly implausible plot.
There is absolutely something about the mystery/crime/chick-lit/bordering-on-fantasy that these stories hold. I guess we first see them in the Plum ‘between-the-novels’ with Diesel, and then he kind of to his own series with Lizzy which seems to have fallen off the radar. At best, this new series is a nice mix between the Fox and O’Hare and Plum series’. Some ridiculousness mixed with some far-fetched scheming. What I would like to see is Evanovich write about a relationship that *gasp* works. I know, right? Call me crazy. I do have hopes that either this or the Nick and Kate books will get that one day.
It was a good, fun, quick read though, and I think it will be my new favourite of hers. Call me crazy, but I think I like Emerson!
♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ - 7/10 hearts
bianca89279's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
I seemed to be one of the few people who hadn't read an Evanovich book. Several friends nominated her books as their go-to for something "light and fun". So when I was at the library I spotted a shelf filled with her books, so I just grabbed one at random, which happened to be this one.
I enjoyed this, mainly because of the banter. Sure, there are cliche things about it, but it was a fun ride. I shall continue to indulge.
Those of you who read her books, can you recommend me some titles? Cheers.
I seemed to be one of the few people who hadn't read an Evanovich book. Several friends nominated her books as their go-to for something "light and fun". So when I was at the library I spotted a shelf filled with her books, so I just grabbed one at random, which happened to be this one.
I enjoyed this, mainly because of the banter. Sure, there are cliche things about it, but it was a fun ride. I shall continue to indulge.
Those of you who read her books, can you recommend me some titles? Cheers.