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snapshotsofabookishlass's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.0
reneethelibrarian's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
yourbookishbff's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This is a reread, and I loved it even more than I did the first time around. The pacing for this installment feels just right, and I couldn't set it aside in the second half as all the threads begin to weave together into something recognizable. There are several scenes that are just so expertly written that I want to savor them - the scene setting, the dialogue, the tension and longing, the silences. It's such a treat to reread and doubly enjoy all the in between character moments.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny
Moderate: Murder, Death, Stalking, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Infertility
labwa_0712's review
5.0
4.5 STARS
This book might well have killed me. First of all, I love the classic Sherlock Holmes tales. Second, I love Sherry Thomas. Third, the mystery made me befuddled and captivated. Last, the romance made me dizzy. Even if it was non-existent.
Let's start with the mystery. How much can one person twist a plot to end up with a puzzling and yet astonishing conclusion? That's Sherry Thomas. I mean I tried keeping up with all the misdirections but the twists kept coming one after another. But I LOVED it. This was so good. The mystery was just amazing.
Let's move on to the romance. Romance? It was hardly there but when they interacted, I swear, my heart could take it no more. Why Ash why??? Why?? The tension between them was palpable, the longing so agonizing. How can two people who feel so much stay apart? How did Ash have that strength knowing he and his wife didn't love each other? That she even despised him? How ASH!!! In times like this, I feel vindicative and wish Charlotte married Bancroft just to torture Ash for the rest of his life. This amount of pain is unbearable! I might just have killed him.
Such a well-written mystery with a slow-burn romance interwoven in it. The relationships between each of the characters are great, the dialogues, the intelligent conversations. AMAZING book. Definitely one of my top favorites. I am so scared to read each book because of the fear that it will end one day. I can't bear that thought.
This book might well have killed me. First of all, I love the classic Sherlock Holmes tales. Second, I love Sherry Thomas. Third, the mystery made me befuddled and captivated. Last, the romance made me dizzy. Even if it was non-existent.
Let's start with the mystery. How much can one person twist a plot to end up with a puzzling and yet astonishing conclusion? That's Sherry Thomas. I mean I tried keeping up with all the misdirections but the twists kept coming one after another. But I LOVED it. This was so good. The mystery was just amazing.
Let's move on to the romance. Romance? It was hardly there but when they interacted, I swear, my heart could take it no more. Why Ash why??? Why?? The tension between them was palpable, the longing so agonizing. How can two people who feel so much stay apart? How did Ash have that strength knowing he and his wife didn't love each other? That she even despised him? How ASH!!! In times like this, I feel vindicative and wish Charlotte married Bancroft just to torture Ash for the rest of his life. This amount of pain is unbearable! I might just have killed him.
Such a well-written mystery with a slow-burn romance interwoven in it. The relationships between each of the characters are great, the dialogues, the intelligent conversations. AMAZING book. Definitely one of my top favorites. I am so scared to read each book because of the fear that it will end one day. I can't bear that thought.
tsquare345's review
4.0
Oh the twists, turns, and red herrings! This was an entertaining story and have I mentioned how much I enjoy a retelling? I’m now fully invested in this series. Omg, bring on book 3!
jackiepreston's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
itmustbemiriam's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I am officially a member of the Sherry Thomas fan club. We know I love a murder mystery and a retelling of a classic, so to have both in the same book! With some threads of romance?! And strong FMCs who work the system?! Literally what more could I possibly want??? There was a plot point at the end that I totally didn't see coming but not in the "how the hell should I know that" way that sometimes makes me grumpy at mystery writers. The intrigue is well-crafted, the characters are engaging, and I already want to read the next one but I will wait patiently for my monthly book club.
jshannon75's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
edensgrief's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
informative
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
emily38's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0