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A Hiss Before Dying by Rita Mae Brown

rainbowbookworm's review against another edition

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2.0

I have to say this is not what I expected. The animals are a contrived idea and they do not contribute anything to the solving of the mystery. As for the plot, at first I thought that the interwoven plot lines could have stood alone. Upon reflection I see that it is the hasty ending that makes it seem like so.

Nonetheless, I enjoyed the ride and I am not entirely convinced I will not give Brown another shot in the future.

krystynaandrews's review against another edition

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5.0

Wonderful read. Kept me wanting to stay up for hours reading

cottagecoregrandma's review against another edition

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funny mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

Honestly wouldn't have read if I didn't accidentally read the next book first. Wasn't as fun or engaging, just eh.

eleyisms's review against another edition

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1.0

Her writing seems to deteriorate with every book in this series. Although I have grown fond of the players, this style makes it not worth following them.

marykayc's review against another edition

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3.0

Predictable!

rainbowbookworm's review

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2.0

I have to say this is not what I expected. The animals are a contrived idea and they do not contribute anything to the solving of the mystery. As for the plot, at first I thought that the interwoven plot lines could have stood alone. Upon reflection I see that it is the hasty ending that makes it seem like so.

Nonetheless, I enjoyed the ride and I am not entirely convinced I will not give Brown another shot in the future.

phua_jieying's review against another edition

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3.0

It takes a while for the connection between the past and the present timelines to be established. I like the banter of the animals.

pennyriley's review

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3.0

A quick and easy read after a heavier one. Not my favourite in a series that I enjoy, but again is not my favourite. In general I don't like books with two separate but connected stories being told, and to my mind these didn't weave together particularly well.

lakekiwi's review

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4.0

So enjoy this series and what I learn about VA history

voraciousreader's review

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4.0

I love this series and the characters (it's a toss up whether I like the humans or animals in equal measure). Definitely enjoyable.
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