smessmores's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
afox98's review
4.0
My goodness, this book is MEATY. At just over 600 pages, it's full of suspense and characters and mystery and fun. Two mysteries in one, it tells the story of Susan Ryeland, a former book editor now living in Crete running a hotel with her partner Andreas and somewhat missing the life she had in England. Just about the time she wonders whether she should be doing something different, the Trehernes show up looking for help to find their daughter, who's gone missing after re-reading a book edited by Susan in her former life. She's off to England and realizes she might be in for more than she bargained for as she tracks down the details of an 8-year-old murder and its relevance to one of the books by her best-selling author, now dead himself. The book is two stories in one and gives the reader two separate but related puzzles to sort out, which is an interesting plot device, but a lot to keep up with. Overall, cleverly written, and well done though. Thoroughly enjoyable.
afox98's review against another edition
4.0
I love this series! Susan is a fun character, and the mysteries within a mystery are great. Looking forward to the next one!
kricketts89's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
readwithdyl's review against another edition
4.5
Another very clever book within a book - two intricate mysteries for the price of one!
My only complaint is what happens on the very last page, which a book editor would never do.
My only complaint is what happens on the very last page, which a book editor would never do.
anyechka's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
belle590's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
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
4.25
iam_griff's review against another edition
3.0
I didn’t enjoy this novel as much as some of Horowitz’s other novels. The premise seemed a bit weak to me. Although I enjoy the Susan Ryland character more than his Nathaniel Hawthorne as protagonist. It also ends on a better note & doesn’t seem rushed. I do enjoy the literary references this book makes & you have to know quite a bit about mystery writers to catch every “Easter egg” Horowitz hides in the story. I still think Horowitz is a great author & I will continue to read his novels.
magmck's review against another edition
5.0
ANTHONY HOROWITZ GOT ME AGAIN IT WAS ALL IN FRONT OF ME AND I DIDNT SEE IT