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darth_vader's review against another edition
2.0
What I need to emphasize is, that the authors writing gets better after this book. I enjoyed the third book in the series tremendously this one not so much. The author seems as though she has an overemphasis and political agenda that she just has to get across in her book and it was just overbearing for me. The good plot got lost in her prejudices. Also, I wished that I had a note pad where I kept track of her characters and the relationships because by the end of the book I was totally lost. Also, how did she jump from the professional, confrontational relationship to a romantic relationship, that was kinda weird. Hating each other one chapter and in the sack the next.
reneesmith's review against another edition
5.0
Lots of favorites here for me: crime drama filled w/ suspense, main character is a wounded, sometimes-cynical-but-secretly-hoping-for-the-happy-ending Hispanic cop, deals w/ family relationships, sympathetic & quirky secondary characters, romance. All good stuff! Enjoyed it on Audible & picked up book 2. (Some strong language, no graphic scenes.)
crosaliee's review against another edition
5.0
More like 4.5, but I just loved how it was different from the typical archetype mystery novel, and the narrator was perfection.
soliteyah's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
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
Intriguing mystery and a fascinating look at of-the-moment sociopolitical issues. Occasional stereotypes and POV switches in the middle of a scene.
myrdyr's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5 stars. Chazin does an excellent job of revealing the plight of undocumented immigrants in the United States without being "preachy" about it. As a third generation Anglo-Canadian citizen, it is a world I know little about, so I found it very interesting. Since this book was written pre-Trump, I can only imagine that life has gotten more difficult for all immigrants than depicted here. The characters were complex, multi-faceted, and sympathetic. My only criticism is that the plot twists were a little too obvious. With that said, I really enjoyed reading this book, and I look forward to reading the next one in the series.
alic59books's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
scott_a_miller's review against another edition
4.0
Chazin is really, really good. I loved her series about arson investigation and have been waiting for the next of those. I thought that the illegal immigration angle was appropriate for today and grabbed this. It was very good but a little was left hanging, which I expect to be cleared up in the coming books. It was a sad book, hopefully the next will be a little more upbeat. Looking forward to it though.
auntieg0412's review against another edition
4.0
I love a good series so I’m happy I found this book! I thoroughly enjoyed the author’s writing style.
prof_shoff's review against another edition
4.0
A very human story grounded in a mystery that is all too believable.
longtimereader's review against another edition
4.0
I'm happy to read a second book from this author, and it's before the other book I read. That means I can get a bit "caught up" with the series.
Again, I love the cover. This time I'm really getting to know Jimmy more than in the book I read out of order. That was totally my fault, but it probably drew me in more deeply because of that. Don't fear reading these out of order if you happen to do so.
It's a good mystery with immigrants in it, much like the other book I read, but deeper I think. It's very multi-cultural and there is a love story with the mystery.
Overall, I really liked it. My copy came from Net Galley and I wasn't required to leave a review. I have done so of my own volition. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
Again, I love the cover. This time I'm really getting to know Jimmy more than in the book I read out of order. That was totally my fault, but it probably drew me in more deeply because of that. Don't fear reading these out of order if you happen to do so.
It's a good mystery with immigrants in it, much like the other book I read, but deeper I think. It's very multi-cultural and there is a love story with the mystery.
Overall, I really liked it. My copy came from Net Galley and I wasn't required to leave a review. I have done so of my own volition. My thoughts and opinions are my own.