kirkw1972's review
4.0
I've managed to read these in the wrong order and have ended up reading them in backwards order so probably in the final one I have to read I'll see how the story actually started. Doh! As with Cursed Serpent I really enjoyed the relationship between Barnabas and his trusty sidekick Wilfred and the crazy adventures they get up to. Another highly fantastical, enjoyable mystery.
jessbookishlife's review
5.0
The fun thing about following a series is that you get to see their develop and get to know them better little by little, just like you would do with a friend. The first book in this series is an introduction to Barnabas and Wilfred, as well as Columkill's writing style and humor. With this one it was like another episode of Barnabas and Wilfred's crazy adventures in discovering the truth behind the crime.
To those that know about Barnie (as I'm now calling him) and Will's last adventure through the world of the Egyptian Gods, it wouldn't be a surprise to know that they are dealing with Gods again, this time they are sent to the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology. Well, if you thought the missing scarab was a crazy adventure, imagine this one. It's Norse Gods and we all know how crazy scary and bad-boys/girls they are portrait in myths and stories.
And they are trying to sad the world from Ragnarok? Yeah, when I read that I thought "This is going to be double trouble. I think I will take my chances with the end of the world or living in the hands of Brynhild and Will, because I don't know if Barnie will be okay when we get to half of the book." But that was what made me laugh because Barnie really is a funny man that truly believe he can do it, so it's always fun to read his comments and the dialogues between characters.
It was an amazing book, once again, with a different take on Mythology and funny concept in the Mystery/Crime genre that made this second book another unique novel. With action, danger and unusual circumstances we get to see how Barnabas Tew, aka Barnie, and (the underrated and hardworking sidekick) Wilfred, try to save the world by confronting the Gods and going on this rollercoaster of scenes that left me full of adrenaline and on the edge of my scene most of the time.
I won't tell you guys more because I want you to go read the first book and then this one. So of course I recommend it, especially if you like mysteries, adventure, humor and Mythology. Columbkill has this special writing style that makes reading this book enjoyable from beginning to end.
[I want to thank Rachel, at Rachel's Random Resources, and Columbkill Noonan for the eCopy of this book and for allowing me to join in the fun and by being a part of the blog tour with my honest review of the book.]
To those that know about Barnie (as I'm now calling him) and Will's last adventure through the world of the Egyptian Gods, it wouldn't be a surprise to know that they are dealing with Gods again, this time they are sent to the Nine Worlds of Norse mythology. Well, if you thought the missing scarab was a crazy adventure, imagine this one. It's Norse Gods and we all know how crazy scary and bad-boys/girls they are portrait in myths and stories.
And they are trying to sad the world from Ragnarok? Yeah, when I read that I thought "This is going to be double trouble. I think I will take my chances with the end of the world or living in the hands of Brynhild and Will, because I don't know if Barnie will be okay when we get to half of the book." But that was what made me laugh because Barnie really is a funny man that truly believe he can do it, so it's always fun to read his comments and the dialogues between characters.
It was an amazing book, once again, with a different take on Mythology and funny concept in the Mystery/Crime genre that made this second book another unique novel. With action, danger and unusual circumstances we get to see how Barnabas Tew, aka Barnie, and (the underrated and hardworking sidekick) Wilfred, try to save the world by confronting the Gods and going on this rollercoaster of scenes that left me full of adrenaline and on the edge of my scene most of the time.
I won't tell you guys more because I want you to go read the first book and then this one. So of course I recommend it, especially if you like mysteries, adventure, humor and Mythology. Columbkill has this special writing style that makes reading this book enjoyable from beginning to end.
[I want to thank Rachel, at Rachel's Random Resources, and Columbkill Noonan for the eCopy of this book and for allowing me to join in the fun and by being a part of the blog tour with my honest review of the book.]
annarella's review
4.0
I love Barnabas Tew, I love how the plots are developed and find them entertaining and amusing.
A very good read.
Recommended!
Many thanks to Columbkill Noonan and Netgalley for this ARC
A very good read.
Recommended!
Many thanks to Columbkill Noonan and Netgalley for this ARC
booksteacupnreviews's review
5.0
You can read all my review on Blog - Books Teacup and Reviews
Barnabas Tew and the case of the nine world was second in series, a mix of Humor, cozy sleuthing mystery, Norse mythology and entertainment about two bumbling British detectives from Victorian era whisked away from the real world to the mythical world to solve cases for Gods. First for Egyptian God Anubis and now for Norse God, Odin.
Book started exactly from where the first ended. Barnabas and Wilfred’s journey continues from Egyptian underworld to the Asgard. There were few things from the first book in the beginning that could help readers to recall what have happened but one can’t read this book out of order. I advise to read it in series as you get more familiarized with main characters and their quirky habits in first book.
The plot revolved around Norse mythology and nine realms so there were new Norse characters introduced in this book I never heard before. Whatever I knew about Norse Gods was from the Thor/Marvel movies. Author narrated this part with sufficient brief details that first timers like me can enjoy it without effort.
Barnabas and Wilfred were at loss in this book. They knew a bit of Egyptian mythology in their previous adventure but had a zero knowledge on Norse Mythology and thus made even more blunders. I laughed out loud when they misunderstood Ragnarok for a tea time!!
But here they had advantage of having a very helpful guide, Brynhild – the skald -who had lot of knowledge about Gods and their history. She was most reasonable and brave among the trio and also bit commanding. Thank God she took reins in her hand in tricky situations but it was really difficult with blabbering nature of Barnabas. I wonder how Wilfred has managed all this time! Wilfred was obsequious assistant of Barnabas who knew him better than himself. He was another savior who handled both situations and Barnabas remarkably.
Barnabas was timid, moody, egoistic, and full of himself but more on innocent side. One cannot help but get irritated with this character and still he had this ability to grown on readers eventually. He surprised me many times with his unexpected courage and his tremendous chivalry was adorable.
The more I read the more I felt there should be a movie on this book. It was so amusing to imagine Barnabas and other characters. Author did wonderful job in describing character’s expression and situations. It was more hilarious to read this book than the first one.
One thing I so much loved in this book was amusing vocabulary like poppycock, scallywag, rapscallion, and ne’er-do-well. I don’t know about you guys but I haven’t come across such awesome words in any book before. Again the conversations to be precise arguments between characters takes all the stars here.
I knew this case was not going to be straightforward as long as Barnabas was assigned to it. There were lot of hurdles and blunders and that delayed the investigation. I bet you will find yourself shaking head in disbelief and smacking hand on your forehead lot of time throughout this book.
No clues and lot of suspects and so much talk of fate and destiny made it unpredictable. There was a bit repetitiveness because of excessive talkative nature of Barnabas but I didn’t mind it. At around 70% I was thinking if they are going to solve a case or just going to stall it by interviewing suspects and making more mistakes. But thankfully climax was near and they finally reached the conclusion of their case.
Gods can be so weird and Odin surpassed all the limits in this book. I was shocked and laughing at the same time on reading that near end scene of Barnabas with Odin. End of the book was amazing. I was laughing so hard by action of Barnabas and was a bit sympathetic for Wilfred.
Again there is hint for the next book but this time I don’t have any idea which mythology it is and where they are going for next adventure.
Overall, it was humor dripping, entertaining, and delightful cozy mystery filled with Norse Mythology that I recommend to all readers.
*** Note: I received e-ARC of this book from the author as a part of BlogTour, in exchange for an honest review. ***
Barnabas Tew and the case of the nine world was second in series, a mix of Humor, cozy sleuthing mystery, Norse mythology and entertainment about two bumbling British detectives from Victorian era whisked away from the real world to the mythical world to solve cases for Gods. First for Egyptian God Anubis and now for Norse God, Odin.
Book started exactly from where the first ended. Barnabas and Wilfred’s journey continues from Egyptian underworld to the Asgard. There were few things from the first book in the beginning that could help readers to recall what have happened but one can’t read this book out of order. I advise to read it in series as you get more familiarized with main characters and their quirky habits in first book.
The plot revolved around Norse mythology and nine realms so there were new Norse characters introduced in this book I never heard before. Whatever I knew about Norse Gods was from the Thor/Marvel movies. Author narrated this part with sufficient brief details that first timers like me can enjoy it without effort.
Barnabas and Wilfred were at loss in this book. They knew a bit of Egyptian mythology in their previous adventure but had a zero knowledge on Norse Mythology and thus made even more blunders. I laughed out loud when they misunderstood Ragnarok for a tea time!!
But here they had advantage of having a very helpful guide, Brynhild – the skald -who had lot of knowledge about Gods and their history. She was most reasonable and brave among the trio and also bit commanding. Thank God she took reins in her hand in tricky situations but it was really difficult with blabbering nature of Barnabas. I wonder how Wilfred has managed all this time! Wilfred was obsequious assistant of Barnabas who knew him better than himself. He was another savior who handled both situations and Barnabas remarkably.
Barnabas was timid, moody, egoistic, and full of himself but more on innocent side. One cannot help but get irritated with this character and still he had this ability to grown on readers eventually. He surprised me many times with his unexpected courage and his tremendous chivalry was adorable.
The more I read the more I felt there should be a movie on this book. It was so amusing to imagine Barnabas and other characters. Author did wonderful job in describing character’s expression and situations. It was more hilarious to read this book than the first one.
One thing I so much loved in this book was amusing vocabulary like poppycock, scallywag, rapscallion, and ne’er-do-well. I don’t know about you guys but I haven’t come across such awesome words in any book before. Again the conversations to be precise arguments between characters takes all the stars here.
I knew this case was not going to be straightforward as long as Barnabas was assigned to it. There were lot of hurdles and blunders and that delayed the investigation. I bet you will find yourself shaking head in disbelief and smacking hand on your forehead lot of time throughout this book.
No clues and lot of suspects and so much talk of fate and destiny made it unpredictable. There was a bit repetitiveness because of excessive talkative nature of Barnabas but I didn’t mind it. At around 70% I was thinking if they are going to solve a case or just going to stall it by interviewing suspects and making more mistakes. But thankfully climax was near and they finally reached the conclusion of their case.
Gods can be so weird and Odin surpassed all the limits in this book. I was shocked and laughing at the same time on reading that near end scene of Barnabas with Odin. End of the book was amazing. I was laughing so hard by action of Barnabas and was a bit sympathetic for Wilfred.
Again there is hint for the next book but this time I don’t have any idea which mythology it is and where they are going for next adventure.
Overall, it was humor dripping, entertaining, and delightful cozy mystery filled with Norse Mythology that I recommend to all readers.
*** Note: I received e-ARC of this book from the author as a part of BlogTour, in exchange for an honest review. ***
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