A review by lisaarnsdorf
The Heron's Cry by Ann Cleeves

dark mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A beautifully written story. Wonderful scenery and imagery. I love how Cleeves normalizes all of the different types of families. I was dissatisfied with who the murderer turned out to be. I imagined a much more interesting bad guy. 

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