A review by alnicholl77
Death at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson

funny lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Not the cosy crime I was expecting but thoroughly enjoyed the very witty writing. I was a bit confused by the long character build-ups in the early chapters, but the writing style was so enjoyable I just went with it and enjoyed it all.