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The Bookman's Tale by Charlie Lovett
3.75
mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: N/A

The historical mystery elements are well told, even the time jumps back and forward were easy to follow. VERY disappointing that a book all about bibliomania and featuring a professional in the fiel propagated the hoary old "wear gloves" bakvaas though. The dead wife's 'ghost' was a bit twee too.

Overall, not bad, but not up the remarkably high standard set by his "Grail"