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bookbloggerjanine's review against another edition
4.0
Listen to Me by Tess Gerritsen
I give this book 4.5 stars
The murder of a nurse is both gruesome and seemingly senseless.As Detective Jane Rizzoli and Forensic Pathologist Maura Isles investigate the baffling case, they discover that Sofia was guarding a dangerous secret -- .
Meanwhile, Jane's watchful mother Angela is conducting an investigation of her own about the new neighbours across the street.
Jane and Maura are too busy to pay attention to Angela's fears. With no one listening to her she may be forced to take action on her own...
Although this is part of a series l read and enjoyed this as a standalone.
The fast moving chapters alternate between 4 main characters and the author does a fantastic job of crafting an action packed storyline with 2 murders and a very nosy neighbour mystery.The writing grabbed and held me throughout the book.l loved Janes mum Angela for me her chapters were the best bits.A brilliant suspenseful thriller with a clever dash of humour.
I read a lot of thrillers but this author and book stood out.,lm already looking forward to the next instalment
With thanks to Netgalley,Tess Gerritsen and Random House UK, Transworld Publishers, Bantam Press for my chance to read and review this book.
smilesgiggle's review against another edition
5.0
Gah I love this series - even after watching the tv series. I envisioned the actors playing these characters - just made it better.
Sofia Suarez is found brutally murdered - the motive is driving Rizzoli crazy. A quiet widow, nurse at a local hospital, no debts, no questionable behavior. Just some weird search history on her laptop - found at a local park's lake, destroyed. With the help of a teenage tech wiz neighbor, Rizzoli and Frost piece together Sofia's last few weeks.
Leading them to a 19 yo cold case homicide in Maine. And the lead suspect, the father - vanished within weeks of Sofia's murder.
Angela has her own crisis happening - a missing teen, daughter of a close neighbor friend; a new couple move in, only to reject her friendly overtures; not to mention installing bars on the windows.
Love these characters. Great family and friends. Quick and enjoyable read.
Sofia Suarez is found brutally murdered - the motive is driving Rizzoli crazy. A quiet widow, nurse at a local hospital, no debts, no questionable behavior. Just some weird search history on her laptop - found at a local park's lake, destroyed. With the help of a teenage tech wiz neighbor, Rizzoli and Frost piece together Sofia's last few weeks.
Leading them to a 19 yo cold case homicide in Maine. And the lead suspect, the father - vanished within weeks of Sofia's murder.
Angela has her own crisis happening - a missing teen, daughter of a close neighbor friend; a new couple move in, only to reject her friendly overtures; not to mention installing bars on the windows.
Love these characters. Great family and friends. Quick and enjoyable read.
cyireadbooks's review against another edition
5.0
After five long years, the team of Rizzoli & Isles are back! Listen to Me is the thirteenth novel in the Rizzoli & Isles series, and it is such a welcome comeback. Though Listen to Me is part of a series, it is possible to read it as a standalone.
Detective Jane Rizzoli along with Forensic Pathologist, Maura Isles are tasked with investigating the burtal murder of RN, Sofia Suarez. With very little clues to go by, except a stolen laptop and phone, Detective Rizzoli must piece together the various forensic evidence to solve the murder mystery.
The characters remain unchanged from prior novels. The exception is the addition of Jane’s mom, Angela, who adds an interesting dimension to the narrative. I didn’t particularly care for the Angela Rizzoli sideshow at first. But after a few Angela chapters, I took a liking to Angela’s busybody of the neighborhod antics. Angela added some much needed color to an otherwise sterile environment.
The plot is somewhat complex in that there are at least three different storylines involving a murder, an abduction, and a stalker. But they all connect very nicely at the end for a satisfying finale.
Listen to Me has everything that I love about the Rizzoli & Isles series. And I’m hoping that Gerritsen will continue to write more about Jane, Maura, and Angela. Five stars.
I received a digital ARC from Ballantine Books. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.
Detective Jane Rizzoli along with Forensic Pathologist, Maura Isles are tasked with investigating the burtal murder of RN, Sofia Suarez. With very little clues to go by, except a stolen laptop and phone, Detective Rizzoli must piece together the various forensic evidence to solve the murder mystery.
The characters remain unchanged from prior novels. The exception is the addition of Jane’s mom, Angela, who adds an interesting dimension to the narrative. I didn’t particularly care for the Angela Rizzoli sideshow at first. But after a few Angela chapters, I took a liking to Angela’s busybody of the neighborhod antics. Angela added some much needed color to an otherwise sterile environment.
The plot is somewhat complex in that there are at least three different storylines involving a murder, an abduction, and a stalker. But they all connect very nicely at the end for a satisfying finale.
Listen to Me has everything that I love about the Rizzoli & Isles series. And I’m hoping that Gerritsen will continue to write more about Jane, Maura, and Angela. Five stars.
I received a digital ARC from Ballantine Books. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.
hurricaneflora's review against another edition
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
ameliediva's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
readliftbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Wait to start this book when you have a whole day open to reading
I couldn’t put this down. I devoured in a day. Gerri teen is an author that always delivers! I love the Rizzoli and Isles series. I really miss the show, but I love imaging the TV characters while reading.
I couldn’t put this down. I devoured in a day. Gerri teen is an author that always delivers! I love the Rizzoli and Isles series. I really miss the show, but I love imaging the TV characters while reading.
ilona1453d's review against another edition
3.5
So fun to see Jane and Maura again! Though Maura wasn't on the page a lot.
I liked the plot and the way the two stories came together im the end. I did expect some more from my favourite duo though. Overall, very enjoyable but not the best ever.
I liked the plot and the way the two stories came together im the end. I did expect some more from my favourite duo though. Overall, very enjoyable but not the best ever.
sophieamreacher's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Quick read, good tension, interesting characters and dynamics but I figured out the plot twists early on.Â
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Medical content, Blood, Cancer, Suicide attempt, Stalking, Racism, Murder, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Domestic abuse, Child death, Physical abuse, Medical trauma, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Gun violence, Grief, Gore, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, Child abuse, and Alcohol
pypah_mcgregor4's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75