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A review by leandrathetbrzero
Death Comes to Marlow: A Novel by Robert Thorogood
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I know that I am biased when it comes to Robert Thorogood's writing because I love the TV series, Death in Paradise. As I have watched and rewatched that series too many times, seeing it as a comfort watch at this point, I think that has translated to his published works as well. From his Death in Paradise novelizations (of which I have only read 1 but thoroughly enjoyed it) to his newest project, The Marlow Murder Club.
I find the mysteries to be intricate and very "Thorogood," with everything explained by the end. While I often guess the endings, I never get everything right and I attribute my correct guesses to being so familiar with the author's go-to narrative plotting. I also love the dynamic between the three women sleuths. Each are so different with varying personal issues and pasts, but they all seemed to be lonely and in need of friendship when they found each other, which I find very sweet. I've preordered book 3 because I find the series a nostalgic, cozy blanket at this point.
Better - in my opinion - than The Thursday Murder Club!
I find the mysteries to be intricate and very "Thorogood," with everything explained by the end. While I often guess the endings, I never get everything right and I attribute my correct guesses to being so familiar with the author's go-to narrative plotting. I also love the dynamic between the three women sleuths. Each are so different with varying personal issues and pasts, but they all seemed to be lonely and in need of friendship when they found each other, which I find very sweet. I've preordered book 3 because I find the series a nostalgic, cozy blanket at this point.
Better - in my opinion - than The Thursday Murder Club!