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A review by izasballad
Schooled in Murder by Victoria Gilbert
2.0
Rating: 2.5
I was drawn to the title and premise of "Schooled in Murder.” As someone who loves mystery books, I picked this up expecting a suspenseful and fun read. While I did enjoy it, and devoured the book in one sitting because of its fast-paced nature (which I usually love in mystery books), it felt flat.
While the fast-paced plot was enjoyable, it came at the cost of build-up and character development. The lack of vivid descriptions and complexity among the characters made connecting with the characters and story difficult. The number of characters we met made reading more engaging because it kept me guessing. However, no one, even the main character, was explored in depth. The inclusion of romance felt like a missed opportunity. I wish the story focused more on the friendship and dynamics of the main character’s group. This could have strengthened and driven the narrative and plot.
Overall, I loved the concept, but it just didn’t hit the right marks for me. However, readers who prioritize a fast-paced, plot-driven mystery might enjoy this more than I did. It is a good cozy mystery book, but just not right for me. Despite the criticisms, I would still read the next book or try the author's earlier books. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this in advance
I was drawn to the title and premise of "Schooled in Murder.” As someone who loves mystery books, I picked this up expecting a suspenseful and fun read. While I did enjoy it, and devoured the book in one sitting because of its fast-paced nature (which I usually love in mystery books), it felt flat.
While the fast-paced plot was enjoyable, it came at the cost of build-up and character development. The lack of vivid descriptions and complexity among the characters made connecting with the characters and story difficult. The number of characters we met made reading more engaging because it kept me guessing. However, no one, even the main character, was explored in depth. The inclusion of romance felt like a missed opportunity. I wish the story focused more on the friendship and dynamics of the main character’s group. This could have strengthened and driven the narrative and plot.
Overall, I loved the concept, but it just didn’t hit the right marks for me. However, readers who prioritize a fast-paced, plot-driven mystery might enjoy this more than I did. It is a good cozy mystery book, but just not right for me. Despite the criticisms, I would still read the next book or try the author's earlier books. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this in advance