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raziel_kanarek_ml's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Incest, Rape, Sexual violence, Car accident, Murder, Pregnancy, and Pandemic/Epidemic
retrana2011's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-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
3.25
sams84's review against another edition
3.0
A very good page turner with numerous twists and turns in the plot that develops of the characters of Rizolli and Isles as they both have to face their own demons while investigating the death of the two nuns.
liroa15's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book a lot. The plot was well-crafted and subtle, and the characters were likeable (with the exception of characters you weren't supposed to like.) While I didn't find it revolutionary, it was an easy, pleasant read.
ella_bella_books's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
lighthearted
tense
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
5.0
pumaxo's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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
5.0
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aejohnson85's review against another edition
4.0
This is the third in the Rizzoli and Isles series. I didn't find it as gripping as the first two in the series, mainly because it lacked a sense of urgency. However, Gerritsen manages to create a suspenseful climax with the murderer after one of the main characters (even though this happens in virtually every thriller!).
I was pleased to see that Dr. Maura Isles was the main character, as she had been mostly missing throughout the first two books. Her point of view was fresh and interesting in contrast to that of Rizzoli (though we are still treated to her p.o.v. as well). My only pet peeve with Isles is that she was far too involved in the policing side of the case - as an ME, I find it hard to believe that she would be part of questioning the nuns, etc. This does seem to be popular in books and movies of this nature though, with Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta and Kathy Reichs' Temperance Brennan doing much of the same.
I am very interested to read the next in the series, mostly because I can't wait to see what happens with Rizzoli. Her secondary storyline was interesting and her feelings towards what happened were appropriate considering how invested she is in her career. I can't wait to see where Gerritsen takes her, and to see more of the blossoming friendship between Rizzoli and Isles.
I was pleased to see that Dr. Maura Isles was the main character, as she had been mostly missing throughout the first two books. Her point of view was fresh and interesting in contrast to that of Rizzoli (though we are still treated to her p.o.v. as well). My only pet peeve with Isles is that she was far too involved in the policing side of the case - as an ME, I find it hard to believe that she would be part of questioning the nuns, etc. This does seem to be popular in books and movies of this nature though, with Patricia Cornwell's Kay Scarpetta and Kathy Reichs' Temperance Brennan doing much of the same.
I am very interested to read the next in the series, mostly because I can't wait to see what happens with Rizzoli. Her secondary storyline was interesting and her feelings towards what happened were appropriate considering how invested she is in her career. I can't wait to see where Gerritsen takes her, and to see more of the blossoming friendship between Rizzoli and Isles.
karenholmes's review against another edition
4.0
It didn't blow my mind like the first and second one, but it still is a perfect thriller that works like a clock. I liked the subtle incorporation of Maura Isles as an important character of the story arch. I prefer her to some of the policemen around Rizzoli.
I like the way Gerritsen is able to vow different story lines into a complete arch that makese sense even if the reader isn't able to see it coming.
I will continue to read this series and try to get how Gerritsen builds each and one of her stories, because she is a master clockwork maker.
I like the way Gerritsen is able to vow different story lines into a complete arch that makese sense even if the reader isn't able to see it coming.
I will continue to read this series and try to get how Gerritsen builds each and one of her stories, because she is a master clockwork maker.
alyx30's review against another edition
adventurous
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0