leighmowzer's review against another edition
2.0
I keep thinking I'll enjoy this character more with each book I read in the Amos Decker series but I don't.
mimster's review against another edition
3.5
Less violent than his other series which is good, but a bit slow?? There must be a team churning out his books…
cnorbury's review against another edition
4.0
A really solid start was marred by a slightly convoluted ending that felt forced (for the "obligatory shootout" that most thrillers feature). Also, a few info dumps about insurance and the opioid epidemic slowed the pace in a few spots.
Amos Decker is a darn good protagonist with a unique background. I'm glad that he had some issues with his synesthesia (sp) in this book because it added a bit of tension to the subplot of "will he maintain his superlative memory indefinitely? And, will it cause him any physical or mental harm in the long run?)
Alex Jamison felt like more of an appendage in this story other than the fact her sister's family was deeply involved in the storyline.
If you're a fan of the Amos Decker series, you'll probably enjoy "The Fallen."
Amos Decker is a darn good protagonist with a unique background. I'm glad that he had some issues with his synesthesia (sp) in this book because it added a bit of tension to the subplot of "will he maintain his superlative memory indefinitely? And, will it cause him any physical or mental harm in the long run?)
Alex Jamison felt like more of an appendage in this story other than the fact her sister's family was deeply involved in the storyline.
If you're a fan of the Amos Decker series, you'll probably enjoy "The Fallen."
crimsonpermanentassurance's review against another edition
2.0
Predictable, boring, and soap-boxy.
All of this could have been redeemed by an endearing protagonist, but I just didn't feel very strongly about Decker one way or the other.
All of this could have been redeemed by an endearing protagonist, but I just didn't feel very strongly about Decker one way or the other.
sh543's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
brucehoward's review against another edition
5.0
My favorite David Baldacci thriller and mystery in some time.
The plot itself was interesting and kept me engaged but parts of the story dealing with family loss and other parts about the various impacts of the opioid epidemic were particularly poignant.
An easy 5 stars
The plot itself was interesting and kept me engaged but parts of the story dealing with family loss and other parts about the various impacts of the opioid epidemic were particularly poignant.
An easy 5 stars
elleshell's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
berls's review against another edition
5.0
Oh this one was a bit depressing, but like in a really good story that makes you feel kind of way. In fact, it was a great story which I buddy read with Anne and with both gave 5 stars. (4/4 books in this series with 5 stars now!)
Amos and Alex are SUPPOSED to be on vacation when they stumble onto a murder investigation. They're visiting Alex's family - her sister, niece, and brother-in-law - at their new home in Barronsville, PA. It's a sad town that's fallen on very hard times - poverty, drugs, and (now) murder are running rampant. They've moved there because the town has a new facilment center that's trying to breathe life into the town with new jobs... but it's clearly failing since death is everywhere from drug overdose to murder. That's the depressing part - these poor people. Yes, bad decisions. Lack of responsibility for their own lives. And yet, gah, what a miserable group of people (not Amber's family but the town).
The investigation was gripping. I was twisted around a bit -- had some good guesses and was right on some counts, but for the most part I was not as clever as Amos (anyone else not shocked? LOL). I found the mystery fantastic, but once again the relationship development with Alex and Amos was the highlight for me. And also some personal growth with Amos specifically. Some real tear jerker moments when he was talking to Alex's niece Zoey.
Such a solid series, with really fantastic narration from Kyf Brewer and Orlagh Cassidy. The way they doing the voices separately for male and female characters just makes this so vivid. Can't wait to read more!!
Amos and Alex are SUPPOSED to be on vacation when they stumble onto a murder investigation. They're visiting Alex's family - her sister, niece, and brother-in-law - at their new home in Barronsville, PA. It's a sad town that's fallen on very hard times - poverty, drugs, and (now) murder are running rampant. They've moved there because the town has a new facilment center that's trying to breathe life into the town with new jobs... but it's clearly failing since death is everywhere from drug overdose to murder. That's the depressing part - these poor people. Yes, bad decisions. Lack of responsibility for their own lives. And yet, gah, what a miserable group of people (not Amber's family but the town).
The investigation was gripping. I was twisted around a bit -- had some good guesses and was right on some counts, but for the most part I was not as clever as Amos (anyone else not shocked? LOL). I found the mystery fantastic, but once again the relationship development with Alex and Amos was the highlight for me. And also some personal growth with Amos specifically. Some real tear jerker moments when he was talking to Alex's niece Zoey.
Such a solid series, with really fantastic narration from Kyf Brewer and Orlagh Cassidy. The way they doing the voices separately for male and female characters just makes this so vivid. Can't wait to read more!!
mandylovestoread's review against another edition
5.0
Amos Decker is one of my favourite detectives... so happy to have a 4th book. It was fantastic, cant wait for book 5.