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verustek's review against another edition
2.0
I adore Silvia Moreno-Garcia, but this one was just not for me. That can be chalked up to the fact that I very rarely enjoy mystery thrillers, so if that genre is for you, you will likely be more into this book than I was.
sheilasamuelson's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
informative
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 Stars!!
Review:
Where do i begin with this review?!
This was my first time reading a Historical Mystery Novel by Silvia Moreno-Garcia so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say i enjoyed this one more then i thought i would.
This book was about Maite, A Politicians Secretary who helps a Local Detective Elvis El Mango solve her friend's murder in June 1971 Mexico.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Maite was definately my favorite even tho at times she came off as a "Know it All" when helping Detective El Mango solve the murder. Kind of like Jessica Fletcher is in "Murder She Wrote".
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in June 1971 while reading especially when the scenery and musicians were described.
Overall a Good Historical Mystery Novel!! I do wish this was part of a series cause i'd love to see what other Murders Maite and Elvis would solve.
Can't wait to read more by Silvia in the future!!
Review:
Where do i begin with this review?!
This was my first time reading a Historical Mystery Novel by Silvia Moreno-Garcia so i wasnt sure what to expect but i have to say i enjoyed this one more then i thought i would.
This book was about Maite, A Politicians Secretary who helps a Local Detective Elvis El Mango solve her friend's murder in June 1971 Mexico.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Maite was definately my favorite even tho at times she came off as a "Know it All" when helping Detective El Mango solve the murder. Kind of like Jessica Fletcher is in "Murder She Wrote".
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like i was actually in June 1971 while reading especially when the scenery and musicians were described.
Overall a Good Historical Mystery Novel!! I do wish this was part of a series cause i'd love to see what other Murders Maite and Elvis would solve.
Can't wait to read more by Silvia in the future!!
audreylee's review against another edition
The characters are not interesting and the pacing of the plot is dismal.
stopliontwome's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
karla_readslibros's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
glavo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
erinflight's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
thamera's review against another edition
3.0
This book was enjoyable but it felt more fit for screen than a book. The ending was underwhelming and I was hoping for more connections between the characters. Most of the characters didn't feel lived in but felt forgettable.