pagesbykj 's review for:

Moonflower Murders by Anthony Horowitz

4.0

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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Although a bit slow to start, and undoubtedly long, moonflower murders took me by a pleasant surprise!

⚠️ Spolers ahead!! ⚠️

Moonflower murders are the long awaited second book about Susan Ryeland, Atticus Pünd and Alan Conway. Although, you definitely can read this one without having read the first. 

I applaud creativity, and Horowitz’s book in the book was such a fun consept! I found myself increasingly curious about Atticus Pünd Takes the Case during the first 200 pages. Beeing then greeted by it with a full cover and details was such a joyful experience. I really liked that the book in the book was the full story and not just a snippet. Additionally, I found it very fun to read Susans thoughts about the book from an editorial perspective. Bravo!

However, the character gallery ended up being a bit to complex for me. Keeping track of the characters in both books had a tendency of becoming slightly confusing at times. Additionally, I have not completely made up my mind about Susans personal arc and the resolution between her and Andreas. Though, I must confess it was cute and my heart couldn’t help but melting when he showed up just in time to save her life.

All in all a very fun read, and lots of bonus points for the creative format!

The ending (both endings), managed to surprise me, which definitely adds to the experience!

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