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A review by bookswithbibi
The Liar's House by Carla Kovach
4.0
3.5 stars rounded up.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoyed this book a lot more than my previous mystery read, even the lead character who I always have a hard time with. I appreciated that Gina seemed to be self-aware of her issues, as did her supervisor and that she seemed to follow the rules he laid down when things got personal. She has an interesting and sad past, and I am intrigued by the relationship she has with her daughter. She also seems like one of the more realistic detectives I've read, as she does eat and sleep (albeit just a little but it's mentioned, unlike some other books I've read). While I wasn't thoroughly invested in the relationship with her and her team, I could see that they worked well together and did solid police work. I also appreciated the mentions of how long forensics, warrants took etc.
For the mystery itself, it was solid and though I predicted the murderer about halfway, there were some twists that I enjoyed. I also enjoyed how the ending wrapped up, leaving room for more books and possible relationship development.
Overall, a good, quick read with solid characters and a solid story,
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I enjoyed this book a lot more than my previous mystery read, even the lead character who I always have a hard time with. I appreciated that Gina seemed to be self-aware of her issues, as did her supervisor and that she seemed to follow the rules he laid down when things got personal. She has an interesting and sad past, and I am intrigued by the relationship she has with her daughter. She also seems like one of the more realistic detectives I've read, as she does eat and sleep (albeit just a little but it's mentioned, unlike some other books I've read). While I wasn't thoroughly invested in the relationship with her and her team, I could see that they worked well together and did solid police work. I also appreciated the mentions of how long forensics, warrants took etc.
For the mystery itself, it was solid and though I predicted the murderer about halfway, there were some twists that I enjoyed. I also enjoyed how the ending wrapped up, leaving room for more books and possible relationship development.
Overall, a good, quick read with solid characters and a solid story,