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linneaandspybat's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
johnnyb1954's review against another edition
3.0
This is a good police procedural. Agent Adderly, however is careless in protecting himself and he misses some obvious clues. There is a cliff hanger ending but I doubt I will read the next book.
stefan_lennemyr's review
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Some interesting turns and quite laid back, easy story that keeps you coming back.
markhoh's review against another edition
5.0
“Like I said, I don’t know anything about your baggage. But I know one thing: you are in charge of deciding how to deal with it. What’s done is done and there’s nothing you can do to change that. You can only do it differently next time. And you have the power. It’s there. You just haven’t found it yet.” P 339
Lifelong friends, Peter Mohlin and Peter Nyström are a bit of a dynamic duo as co-authors of their debut novel, The Bucket List. This is the first is the Agent John Adderley series and honestly is an excellent new addition to the Scandi Noir collection.
Set in central southern Sweden in the town of Karlstad, The Bucket List follows the story of a ten year old cold case, reopened and piquing the interest of Adderley for a variety of personal reasons. The case sees Adderley return to his home town in an attempt to clear his brother’s name as a suspect in the suspected murder of teenager Emilie Bjurwall. Complicated by being in witness protection along with the blur of lines between police work and family, John aka Frederik Adamsson finds himself embroiled in controversy at just about every turn.
While the novel and characters are slightly linear and a bit one dimensional for my liking I still thoroughly enjoyed the read. Mohlin and Nyström are talented storytellers and have crafted a great story that honestly kept me glued to the pages at every opportunity. The cliffhanger at the finish of the book makes me super keen to read the next one when I can. 4.5 stars ... rounded to 5.
Lifelong friends, Peter Mohlin and Peter Nyström are a bit of a dynamic duo as co-authors of their debut novel, The Bucket List. This is the first is the Agent John Adderley series and honestly is an excellent new addition to the Scandi Noir collection.
Set in central southern Sweden in the town of Karlstad, The Bucket List follows the story of a ten year old cold case, reopened and piquing the interest of Adderley for a variety of personal reasons. The case sees Adderley return to his home town in an attempt to clear his brother’s name as a suspect in the suspected murder of teenager Emilie Bjurwall. Complicated by being in witness protection along with the blur of lines between police work and family, John aka Frederik Adamsson finds himself embroiled in controversy at just about every turn.
While the novel and characters are slightly linear and a bit one dimensional for my liking I still thoroughly enjoyed the read. Mohlin and Nyström are talented storytellers and have crafted a great story that honestly kept me glued to the pages at every opportunity. The cliffhanger at the finish of the book makes me super keen to read the next one when I can. 4.5 stars ... rounded to 5.
herthrillingreads's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
natashaniezgoda's review against another edition
4.0
VERY JANE HARPER SLOW BURN VIBES!
3.5 ⭐️ rounded up. The cliffhanger was well played, though I saw that coming a 100 pages away
3.5 ⭐️ rounded up. The cliffhanger was well played, though I saw that coming a 100 pages away
ksbooknook's review against another edition
Thank you to Netgalley and Overlook Press for a chance to read THE BUCKET LIST in advance!
Agent John Adderly sets out to solve a cold case in Sweden (where he hasn't been since he was twelve) while trying to evade a drug cartel. Emelie has been missing, presumed dead since 2009. Now it's 2019. With the suspect list growing and a price on his own head, Adderly has to keep one step ahead of his own pursuers while solving a high profile case with a missing body.
I've never read anything in the Nordic Noir subgenre, but since I love a good crime novel I wanted to give it a shot (and it definitely won’t be my last!). This book felt a lot like a Bourne book. It was fast paced (I think the short chapters helped with this), included a partial dual timeline, our hero has to overcome a mental challenge, and there are a ton of secrets. I read it in three short sittings and found myself very satisfied with the ending. I am excited to see this is the beginning of a series of John Adderly novels and will be keeping an eye out for the next one! I’d recommend it specifically to people who enjoy a good crime adventure story!
Agent John Adderly sets out to solve a cold case in Sweden (where he hasn't been since he was twelve) while trying to evade a drug cartel. Emelie has been missing, presumed dead since 2009. Now it's 2019. With the suspect list growing and a price on his own head, Adderly has to keep one step ahead of his own pursuers while solving a high profile case with a missing body.
I've never read anything in the Nordic Noir subgenre, but since I love a good crime novel I wanted to give it a shot (and it definitely won’t be my last!). This book felt a lot like a Bourne book. It was fast paced (I think the short chapters helped with this), included a partial dual timeline, our hero has to overcome a mental challenge, and there are a ton of secrets. I read it in three short sittings and found myself very satisfied with the ending. I am excited to see this is the beginning of a series of John Adderly novels and will be keeping an eye out for the next one! I’d recommend it specifically to people who enjoy a good crime adventure story!
that_little_drop_of_poison's review against another edition
1.0
Never have I ever read a book with such an upleasant and unlikable protagonist.
I mean... if I met him at a party I'd be out of the door after like 5 seconds of convo. His constant complaining how US i better, how Swedish way of life and work is stupid and beneath him, how european cars are tiny and gross, how the police is stupid.
But don't fret here's John. Our American baby. Impeccable FBI agent who solves the muder in like 5 seconds after toutching Swedish ground.
Unfortunately my hatred towards the MC overshadowed any enjoyment this book could have bring me.
I just can't.
I won't even discuss the plot, bc if you've read at least one thriller/murder mustery/procedural in your life you'll guess the murderer just as fast as John did.
I received this book from the Publisher in an exchange for an honest review
I mean... if I met him at a party I'd be out of the door after like 5 seconds of convo. His constant complaining how US i better, how Swedish way of life and work is stupid and beneath him, how european cars are tiny and gross, how the police is stupid.
But don't fret here's John. Our American baby. Impeccable FBI agent who solves the muder in like 5 seconds after toutching Swedish ground.
Unfortunately my hatred towards the MC overshadowed any enjoyment this book could have bring me.
I just can't.
I won't even discuss the plot, bc if you've read at least one thriller/murder mustery/procedural in your life you'll guess the murderer just as fast as John did.
I received this book from the Publisher in an exchange for an honest review
corrye_11's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5