A review by asourceoffiction
Whispers Under Ground by Ben Aaronovitch

funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Whenever I read a Rivers of London Book, I can't help feeling like I'm being slightly penalised for not being able to remember much of the previous book. I know I enjoy them all, and I tend to pick up more reminders as I read on, but I always feel a little confused and that doesn't entirely go away.

That said, Whispers Under Ground ends with an interesting new potential character and an exciting message leading into the next book, which I'm very excited by! If I can remember them by the time I read Broken Homes it'll be even better.

The story itself in this book is brilliant, as always. A secret world under London, a murder mystery and just the right level of humour and peril, often woven together. I love the way Nightingale and Grant interact and there wasn't as much of that in this installment, but I'm thrilled that Lesley is a major player who is here to stay.

I still love this series, but perhaps I need to start reading recaps before I read each of the next books.
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