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A review by cj_mo_2222
The Accomplice by Lisa Lutz
4.0
I’ve read some of the Spellman Files books by Lisa Lutz, but The Accomplice isn’t as light in tone as those books. It is more of a mystery/character study of the two main characters Owen Mann and Luna Grey who meet in college and remain very close platonic friends for years afterwards. These two close friends are always there for each other, but things may change when Owen’s wife is murdered and those closest to him think he could be responsible.
Owen and Luna aren’t always likable but their unique bond is interesting. The story, which is told from multiple points of view (sometimes changing from one sentence to the next!), is very compelling. The writing is very good and keeps the story moving back and forth between two different timelines without any confusion. With the exception of Owen’s older brother Griff, Owen and Luna’s friends and family aren’t really likable, either. In spite of this, I liked the book and was really hoping things would turn out well for Luna. I wasn’t completely satisfied by the ending because it left a few things unanswered, but it’s an interesting book if you’re looking for a different type of mystery.
Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for providing an advance copy of this ebook. The book was provided to me at no cost, but my review is voluntary and unbiased.
Owen and Luna aren’t always likable but their unique bond is interesting. The story, which is told from multiple points of view (sometimes changing from one sentence to the next!), is very compelling. The writing is very good and keeps the story moving back and forth between two different timelines without any confusion. With the exception of Owen’s older brother Griff, Owen and Luna’s friends and family aren’t really likable, either. In spite of this, I liked the book and was really hoping things would turn out well for Luna. I wasn’t completely satisfied by the ending because it left a few things unanswered, but it’s an interesting book if you’re looking for a different type of mystery.
Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for providing an advance copy of this ebook. The book was provided to me at no cost, but my review is voluntary and unbiased.