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A review by nebulous07
The Career Killer by Ali Gunn
5.0
"Life is too short to spend it dwelling on what's fair instead of what is. You need to grieve for the woman you think you ought to be and accept the woman you are because the woman you are is spectacular..."
Ali Gunn's "The Career Killer" is a refreshing, fast-paced and gripping British crime novel. I was drawn to the unconventionality of this book as it involves newly promoted DCI Elsie Mabey and her inexperienced ragtag team who land the case of "The Lady Killer". The transitions between chapters really gives the reader an opportunity to get to know every character - DI Seb Stryker, DS Georgia Matthews, DS Patricia Knox (sassy, fiery and brutally honest), Annie Burke, Dr Valerie Spilsbury and Uncle Berty (the best supporting character full of wisdom). DCI Mabey is a memorable and relatable character who is not only tasked with the case but is also battling her own doubts as a newly promoted DCI, health issues and trying to add memories to her non-existent personal life. Her growth in terms of leadership and determination when the case strikes too close to home is a celebration of her inner strength. The case is full of twists and turns and I was engaged and immersed every time I picked up the book. A thrilling 5 star read and I cannot wait for the next case in 2020.
A thank you to VoraciousReadersOnly for giving me a free review copy of the book via the author.
Ali Gunn's "The Career Killer" is a refreshing, fast-paced and gripping British crime novel. I was drawn to the unconventionality of this book as it involves newly promoted DCI Elsie Mabey and her inexperienced ragtag team who land the case of "The Lady Killer". The transitions between chapters really gives the reader an opportunity to get to know every character - DI Seb Stryker, DS Georgia Matthews, DS Patricia Knox (sassy, fiery and brutally honest), Annie Burke, Dr Valerie Spilsbury and Uncle Berty (the best supporting character full of wisdom). DCI Mabey is a memorable and relatable character who is not only tasked with the case but is also battling her own doubts as a newly promoted DCI, health issues and trying to add memories to her non-existent personal life. Her growth in terms of leadership and determination when the case strikes too close to home is a celebration of her inner strength. The case is full of twists and turns and I was engaged and immersed every time I picked up the book. A thrilling 5 star read and I cannot wait for the next case in 2020.
A thank you to VoraciousReadersOnly for giving me a free review copy of the book via the author.