I found this book to be less than what I expected. The beginning of the book is somewhat confusing with the chapters bouncing around between differentI found this book to be less than what I expected. The beginning of the book is somewhat confusing with the chapters bouncing around between different characters. Iit was still fairly easy to figure out early on what was actually going on even though the author did her best to try and make it confusing. The bottom line is that crime does not pay, no matter how skillful you think you are.
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This is the sixth book in this series and the first that I have read, although I have read a number of the Harry Bosch and Lincoln Lawyer novels. It rThis is the sixth book in this series and the first that I have read, although I have read a number of the Harry Bosch and Lincoln Lawyer novels. It revolves around Renee Ballard and the cold case squad. Bosch’s daughter, Maddie, joins the squad early in the book. There are two cases being worked on. One is the Black Dahlia from the 1940s and a more current case involving domestic terrorists. The one major drawback to the book (and only those who live near the areas) is that he confuses streets and directions, in particular South Pasadena and Pasadena. Other than that is it an engaging and quick read.
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This was an interesting read although it did drag a bit at times.While it works as a stand alone novel, reading the first book in the series would havThis was an interesting read although it did drag a bit at times.While it works as a stand alone novel, reading the first book in the series would have definitely helped in providing additional background to the novel. The basis for the novel is the daughter taking over the law practice and a particular client from her father. While a good read, you can figure out who actually committed the murder about half way through the book.
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This is the third novel in this series and takes place in the Pacific Northwest. Travis Devine and the Girl On the Train end up working together insteThis is the third novel in this series and takes place in the Pacific Northwest. Travis Devine and the Girl On the Train end up working together instead of hunting each other after discovering some hard truths. Devine is assigned to guard an orphan whose uncle is crucial to the government's case involving terrorist groups. It is engaging and a fast read.
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This was an interesting read and a type of book that I ordinarily do not read. The author’s writing style is very descriptive and demonstrates a deep This was an interesting read and a type of book that I ordinarily do not read. The author’s writing style is very descriptive and demonstrates a deep understanding of the basis for the book. It covers three different characters covering two different locations. The plot revolves around two rivers – the Thames and the Tigris. The stories intertwine at various points and the author ties it all up neatly with the ending. Overall, a good read.
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This is a short story that somewhat stretches believability due the limited amount of time to develop the main character who is a historian who solvesThis is a short story that somewhat stretches believability due the limited amount of time to develop the main character who is a historian who solves the murder of his wife by uncovering clues that the police do not. It was an okay read, but not up to the standards of the author’s full length novels....more
This book is a great improvement over the last one. It is fast paced and engaging. I was able to read the whole book on a cross country plane flight. This book is a great improvement over the last one. It is fast paced and engaging. I was able to read the whole book on a cross country plane flight. It involves the murder of a company owner whose business was about to be sold and the abduction of his former partner’s wife at the same time. It has interesting twists and turns throughout the book. Overall, a good read.
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This book continues the Cork O’Connor series that takes place in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota. Like the other books in the series it weaves in a lThis book continues the Cork O’Connor series that takes place in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota. Like the other books in the series it weaves in a lot of the Ojibwe history, culture and beliefs. This one deals primarily with the disappearance of young native american girls and Anne O’Connor. It is an enjoyable and fast paced read. I recommend this book for those who enjoy reading mysteries that include native american culture.
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I requested this book as I have read all of the other books in the series, which I recommend before reading this one. This book begins immediately wheI requested this book as I have read all of the other books in the series, which I recommend before reading this one. This book begins immediately where the prior one (The Cabinet of Dr. Leng) ends. It ties up several loose ends from the prior novel and leaves open the door for future adventures. It is an engaging book which makes it a fairly fast read. I recommend this book for those who are fans of the Pendergast series.
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I requested this book as it is the fifth in the series and I enjoyed the others. This was a bit of disappointment as it did not meet the standards of I requested this book as it is the fifth in the series and I enjoyed the others. This was a bit of disappointment as it did not meet the standards of the first four. While remaining a quick read, it was not as engaging and was more predictable. Hopefully, the next in the series will bounce back.
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I requested this book as it is the second in the series and I enjoyed the first one. This one involves the government and China with technology crimesI requested this book as it is the second in the series and I enjoyed the first one. This one involves the government and China with technology crimes. It is easy to figure out who is responsible for the hack, as Porter does, but takes time to determine the reasons for them. A good, engaging, fast paced read.
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I requested this book as it takes place in Pennsylvania Amish country and sounded interesting. It did not disappoint. The author does a very good job I requested this book as it takes place in Pennsylvania Amish country and sounded interesting. It did not disappoint. The author does a very good job of weaving Amish beliefs into the solving of the crime. She also provides some historical background to a splinter group of the Amish that started in Europe in the 1500s. I look forward to reading more books in this series.
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This is the second book in the Luke Daniel series. It works as a stand alone novel, but reading the first one and the latter Cotton Malone series willThis is the second book in the Luke Daniel series. It works as a stand alone novel, but reading the first one and the latter Cotton Malone series will be helpful in filling in some background. As indicated in the title, the action takes place in Russia and involves some Cold War technology. It is a fast paced and engaging read.
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This is a novella based on the Constant Marlowe character. It is an interesting and quick with an unusual plot twist and an ending that definitely setThis is a novella based on the Constant Marlowe character. It is an interesting and quick with an unusual plot twist and an ending that definitely sets up a sequel novella or book.
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This book is part of the author’s Cork O’Connor series and incorporates the Quetico-Superior Wilderness into the story. I also enjoyed the inclusion oThis book is part of the author’s Cork O’Connor series and incorporates the Quetico-Superior Wilderness into the story. I also enjoyed the inclusion of the Ojibwe tribe traditions, language and beliefs. It is well written and engaging making it a quick read. I look forward to reading more of this series....more
This is a book that the author started several years ago and finally finished and decided to publish. A caution for Baldacci fans – this book is not uThis is a book that the author started several years ago and finally finished and decided to publish. A caution for Baldacci fans – this book is not up to his usual standards. It is a stand alone novel and one of his periodic cause books which often do not match those in his various series. It is very predictable, the characters somewhat dull and uninteresting. There are several other novels on this theme that are way better than this one. To Kill A Mockingbird for one.
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This is the second book of a new series featuring Travis Devine as the main character. Devine is former Army Ranger who is recruited back into governmThis is the second book of a new series featuring Travis Devine as the main character. Devine is former Army Ranger who is recruited back into government service to spy on what his employer is doing. It involves a series of murders although the I was able to figure out who did it about half way through the book. That said, it was interesting in how the rest of the story unfolded. It is well written and fast paced....more
This is the start of a new series featuring Travis Devine as the main character. Devine is former Army Ranger who is recruited back into government seThis is the start of a new series featuring Travis Devine as the main character. Devine is former Army Ranger who is recruited back into government service to spy on what his employer is doing. It involves a series of murders along the way and for some a somewhat surprise ending. It is well written and fast paced. I am looking forward to reading the second book in the series....more
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