clarentium's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Interesting mystery with a fun progression of the investigation. Gently's process always leaves the conclusion feeling inevitable and satisfying.
tony_t's review against another edition
4.0
Typical British detective story with a bit of insight into the mind of George Gently as he solves the case. Not quite as engaging as the TV series but entertaining and a quick read.
lucyb's review
3.0
I really enjoyed this; it's both well-plotted and atmospheric, and engagingly humorous in its portrayal of the taciturn inspector. The other characters are thoughtfully evoked in a manner refreshingly free from condescension. Frankly, it was better than I expected after having read the previous novels; maybe it took a while for Hunter to find his stride for the series?
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