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A review by soobooksalot
The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Take my money, Simone St. James!
The Book Of Cold Cases was one of my most-anticipated books of the year and I'm thrilled to say it lived up to expectations!
In 1977, Beth Greer was charged with the murder of two men and dubbed the Lady Killer. Though acquitted of the crimes, she was presumed guilty by the public and retreated to a reclusive life in the Greer family's Oregon mansion.
In 2017, Shea Collins is fascinated with all things true crime and runs a blog called The Book Of Cold Cases.
A chance encounter with Beth reignites Shea's interest in the Lady Killer case and she aims to solve that which has remained a mystery for 40 years.
It's one of those stories you feel like you want to Google for more background because it feels so real.
There's some excellent Gothic retro atmosphere here, mixed with a modern feel.
As with previous books by this author, there are varying timelines and gripping backstories. And a touch of paranormal creepy goodness to round out the traditional thriller.
Loved it.
Recommended!
The Book Of Cold Cases was one of my most-anticipated books of the year and I'm thrilled to say it lived up to expectations!
In 1977, Beth Greer was charged with the murder of two men and dubbed the Lady Killer. Though acquitted of the crimes, she was presumed guilty by the public and retreated to a reclusive life in the Greer family's Oregon mansion.
In 2017, Shea Collins is fascinated with all things true crime and runs a blog called The Book Of Cold Cases.
A chance encounter with Beth reignites Shea's interest in the Lady Killer case and she aims to solve that which has remained a mystery for 40 years.
It's one of those stories you feel like you want to Google for more background because it feels so real.
There's some excellent Gothic retro atmosphere here, mixed with a modern feel.
As with previous books by this author, there are varying timelines and gripping backstories. And a touch of paranormal creepy goodness to round out the traditional thriller.
Loved it.
Recommended!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Alcohol, Car accident, Child death, Death of parent, Grief, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Murder, Pregnancy, and Sexual assault