rachelsreadsandreviews1 's review for:

The Highgate Cemetery Murder by Irina Shapiro

4.0

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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It has been a minute since I’ve read a procedural mystery. I adored the historic setting that gave Sherlock Homes vibes.  I forgot how much questioning of subjects there is in these types of mysteries, and I’m not sure how I feel about it pace-wise. 

 

I liked the writing, but nothing about it stood out to me. 

 

The characters were three-dimensional and I am sensing some satisfying tension between them. Definitely excited to see where the friendships lead! 

 

Overall this is a fantastic start to a series and I am highly looking forward to the next book! 

 

Thank you Irina Shapiro, Dreamscape Select, and NetGalley for my advanced review copy. My opinions are my own. The Highgate Cemetery Murder is out now! 

 

Plot - 4 

Writing and Editing - 3 

Character Development - 4 

Narration - 5 

Personal Bias - 4 

Final Score - 4