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Fallen Star
by Lee Goldberg
In the latest book from Lee Goldberg, Eve Ronin and her partner, Duncan Pavone, embark on an investigation of a dead body found in a barrel that washed up on the beach. Their suspicions lead them to believe the body is connected to corrupt local politicians. As if this weren't enough, they also delve into a helicopter crash that could be related, adding more layers of mystery and intrigue to the story.
This book is the sixth installment in Goldberg's Eve Ronin series, and it's a standalone book that can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of the series. However, the author's notes reference the ending of another book in the series, so if you're planning to read the other books, keep this in mind.
Although I hadn't read any other Ronin books, I found it easy to connect with the characters. The author's subtle introduction of the characters in the story was effective. While reading the other books to understand Eve's family dynamics would be beneficial, it didn't detract from my enjoyment of the story.
It was interesting that the book reminded me of a TV show in its writing style. It all made sense when I discovered that Goldberg had been involved in the production of several television shows.
The book follows a detective who doesn't follow the rules, the rebel cop, but there is a twist in that there is a streaming TV show based on Eve's exploits. She's also a celebrity, and whatever she does attracts attention. Sometimes, her actions are exaggerated for the show, much to her annoyance. She's a celebrity cop who gets away with breaking the rules. Eve had gained material and career success because of her show, but wasn't happier. She still questioned herself and the choices she had made on the job.
The story was fast-paced and was a great read that kept my interest. Goldberg has a nice writing style, and the story was compelling. But sometimes, it was too heavy on the details. There were too many technical details about police work at times, but they didn't distract me from the story and make me want to stop reading.
I appreciate a strong female character, but complaining about having a TV series and the benefits she receives while living in an expensive house in Calabasas annoyed me.
Some interesting crossovers by characters from Goldberg's other book series made me want to check out the Sharpe and Walker series. I'd recommend this to fans of detective stories and thrillers.
Thanks to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for the opportunity to read this advanced copy. All opinions are my own.
This book is the sixth installment in Goldberg's Eve Ronin series, and it's a standalone book that can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of the series. However, the author's notes reference the ending of another book in the series, so if you're planning to read the other books, keep this in mind.
Although I hadn't read any other Ronin books, I found it easy to connect with the characters. The author's subtle introduction of the characters in the story was effective. While reading the other books to understand Eve's family dynamics would be beneficial, it didn't detract from my enjoyment of the story.
It was interesting that the book reminded me of a TV show in its writing style. It all made sense when I discovered that Goldberg had been involved in the production of several television shows.
The book follows a detective who doesn't follow the rules, the rebel cop, but there is a twist in that there is a streaming TV show based on Eve's exploits. She's also a celebrity, and whatever she does attracts attention. Sometimes, her actions are exaggerated for the show, much to her annoyance. She's a celebrity cop who gets away with breaking the rules. Eve had gained material and career success because of her show, but wasn't happier. She still questioned herself and the choices she had made on the job.
The story was fast-paced and was a great read that kept my interest. Goldberg has a nice writing style, and the story was compelling. But sometimes, it was too heavy on the details. There were too many technical details about police work at times, but they didn't distract me from the story and make me want to stop reading.
I appreciate a strong female character, but complaining about having a TV series and the benefits she receives while living in an expensive house in Calabasas annoyed me.
Some interesting crossovers by characters from Goldberg's other book series made me want to check out the Sharpe and Walker series. I'd recommend this to fans of detective stories and thrillers.
Thanks to NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for the opportunity to read this advanced copy. All opinions are my own.