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megmack's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-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? No
4.0
bookgirlsolutions's review against another edition
3.0
Fun and easy read especially if you live in Buffalo. Not sure it would have the same effect if you don't live in Buffalo.
tscibs's review against another edition
4.0
I’m obsessed with this Buffalo based mystery series! This second book in the cold case investigation series is action packed after book one was based in the court room. The David Spencer case isn’t behind Lauren Riley yet and that continues to play a big part in this book even though she’s working on a different case. For all the Buffalonian’s out there, you’ll get to see some more familiar places including the skyway. Now on to book 3!
katreader's review against another edition
4.0
THE MURDER BOOK by Lissa Marie Redmond
The Second Cold Case Investigation
Detective Lauren Riley is working late when she is stabbed from behind and beaten. Lucky to have survived, the only thing she knows is the person who attacked her was a cop. A police officer is never truly off duty and as Lauren recovers she also tries to investigate who tried to kill her and why. Things seem to be hinged on a cold case, but which one? With the Murder Book gone, Lauren calls on her old lieutenant for help. Unfortunately, he's not the only person from her past who's returned. In finding her attacker will she be able to see justice served, or will she become a victim once again?
I really enjoyed this second ride out with Detective Riley. The mystery is an intricate puzzle that leads to an exciting caper culminating in a pulse pounding chase over an iconic Buffalo roadway in the dead of winter! The addition of Watson was a great move and I enjoyed watching Lauren's devotion to the little guy. He is much better, and infinitely healthier, to be around than the males she usually picks!
As a former police officer myself, I really appreciated the on point depiction of the cops, including attitudes, relationships, and, most of all, humor. I especially love the camaraderie between Lauren and Reese as well as Lauren and her old lieutenant, which comes across so naturally. The community of police is a special world that only those in it can truly understand, but Lissa Marie Redmond shares it in a way that readers can glimpse what it's like and, for a moment, be a part of it.
THE MURDER BOOK is a gritty police procedural that takes an unflinching look into the world of cops. But, ultimately, this book is about love and family; what you will do to protect those you love as well as what lengths you'll go to prove your love.
FTC Disclosure – The publisher sent me a digital ARC provided through NetGalley, in the hopes I would review it.
The Second Cold Case Investigation
Detective Lauren Riley is working late when she is stabbed from behind and beaten. Lucky to have survived, the only thing she knows is the person who attacked her was a cop. A police officer is never truly off duty and as Lauren recovers she also tries to investigate who tried to kill her and why. Things seem to be hinged on a cold case, but which one? With the Murder Book gone, Lauren calls on her old lieutenant for help. Unfortunately, he's not the only person from her past who's returned. In finding her attacker will she be able to see justice served, or will she become a victim once again?
I really enjoyed this second ride out with Detective Riley. The mystery is an intricate puzzle that leads to an exciting caper culminating in a pulse pounding chase over an iconic Buffalo roadway in the dead of winter! The addition of Watson was a great move and I enjoyed watching Lauren's devotion to the little guy. He is much better, and infinitely healthier, to be around than the males she usually picks!
As a former police officer myself, I really appreciated the on point depiction of the cops, including attitudes, relationships, and, most of all, humor. I especially love the camaraderie between Lauren and Reese as well as Lauren and her old lieutenant, which comes across so naturally. The community of police is a special world that only those in it can truly understand, but Lissa Marie Redmond shares it in a way that readers can glimpse what it's like and, for a moment, be a part of it.
THE MURDER BOOK is a gritty police procedural that takes an unflinching look into the world of cops. But, ultimately, this book is about love and family; what you will do to protect those you love as well as what lengths you'll go to prove your love.
FTC Disclosure – The publisher sent me a digital ARC provided through NetGalley, in the hopes I would review it.
jennie_cole's review
3.0
The Murder Book is the second in the Cold Case Investigation series. This novel starts with the attempted murder of the main character Detective Lauren Riley. This was a very effective way to start the story. Because Lauren is now on medical leave she spends her time trying to solve her assault in a rouge investigation. The Murder Book is a good police investigation novel. The story is more mystery than thriller so if you want suspense then probably not you novel.
Please be aware that you will need to read these books in order or a sub-element in the book with not make fully make sense.
Please be aware that you will need to read these books in order or a sub-element in the book with not make fully make sense.
routergirl's review against another edition
3.0
This was a good solid novel, but I did find myself looking back at the first in the series to refresh my memory - Lissa Marie Redmond doesn't give you a whole lot of refreshers on the previous novel. Which is, I suppose, fairly typical for the criminal thrillers, but I still was lost a few times. Lauren Riley is a well written character, in that she was credible in both her personality and character, but it felt like we didn't get to know her as well as we could've.
Overall a decent read - I would recommend it to others, but I don't think I'd preface it with, "But you MUST read..."
Overall a decent read - I would recommend it to others, but I don't think I'd preface it with, "But you MUST read..."
paigepages's review against another edition
4.0
A great sequel to the first book. This wasn't as shocking and maybe not as many twists as the first book, but I think it sets itself up well for the third installment. Redmond is great at developing a well-paced police procedural and imperfect yet likable characters.
Thanks to NetGalley and Midnight Ink for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to NetGalley and Midnight Ink for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
paigeann4's review against another edition
4.0
A great sequel to the first book. This wasn't as shocking and maybe not as many twists as the first book, but I think it sets itself up well for the third installment. Redmond is great at developing a well-paced police procedural and imperfect yet likable characters.
Thanks to NetGalley and Midnight Ink for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thanks to NetGalley and Midnight Ink for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
judascomplex's review against another edition
3.0
I received a copy of this from NetGalley in exchange for my fair and honest review.
It's so refreshing to read a book set in a city I know--and clearly, the author knows the city as well. I grew up outside of Buffalo, and I could envision the action in this book perfectly. Not an easy thing to do, and not something most authors do. A good thriller if not great, with interesting characters and devious antagonists. Definitely an author I would consider picking up again.
It's so refreshing to read a book set in a city I know--and clearly, the author knows the city as well. I grew up outside of Buffalo, and I could envision the action in this book perfectly. Not an easy thing to do, and not something most authors do. A good thriller if not great, with interesting characters and devious antagonists. Definitely an author I would consider picking up again.