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A review by book_concierge
An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed by Helene Tursten
3.0
Book two in a very short series featuring nearly-90-year-old Maud and the people who irritate and annoy her and deserve what they get.
This picks up where the first book left off, and the plot alternates between her current trip to South Africa and memories of past encounters, going all the way back to Maud’s childhood, where she got even with those who crossed her. Some of her memories involve “helping” a neighbor, others involve her work colleagues or her family members. And then there are the various people on her safari trip, some of whom are quite obnoxious and at least one who deserves to be eaten by a lion!
Maud’s an astute observer and prides herself on being a quick thinker. And, of course, who pays any attention to a little old lady?
The ending of this one is a surprise, and I’m not sure it’s entirely in keeping with Maud’s personality. But it was still a fast, enjoyable read.
This picks up where the first book left off, and the plot alternates between her current trip to South Africa and memories of past encounters, going all the way back to Maud’s childhood, where she got even with those who crossed her. Some of her memories involve “helping” a neighbor, others involve her work colleagues or her family members. And then there are the various people on her safari trip, some of whom are quite obnoxious and at least one who deserves to be eaten by a lion!
Maud’s an astute observer and prides herself on being a quick thinker. And, of course, who pays any attention to a little old lady?
The ending of this one is a surprise, and I’m not sure it’s entirely in keeping with Maud’s personality. But it was still a fast, enjoyable read.