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Surnud vesi by Ann Cleeves

scrapbookbug's review against another edition

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4.0

I am glad I tripped over this because I have read the rest of the series. I really love the setting of these books, and the sort of locked door mystery aspect of them. They really get down to motivation, human nature...I always find them intriguing. I was glad to see Perez doing a bit better, and like the intro of what seems to be a strong female character.

baum8520's review against another edition

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mysterious medium-paced

5.0

knaglieri's review against another edition

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4.0

Great series. I thought this one’s whodunnit was a bit over-the-top, but still a good book in the series.

lost_between_worlds's review against another edition

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mysterious tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

vwalker3's review against another edition

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5.0

I’m fascinated by Ann Cleeves ability to perfectly pace a novel! Her mysteries are the very definition of “slow burn”, beginning gently, with beautiful descriptions of the landscape of the Isles, and slowly building up a frenetic pace by the climax. Masterful story-telling!

deschatjes's review against another edition

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3.0

Quick read from the Shetland Island series.

chartsh's review against another edition

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dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

sher47bingo's review against another edition

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4.0

Ann Cleeves need to write more frequently for this series. The last book was 2010. Hopefully she won't wait so long for the next book. Her writing is sharp & clear with just the right amount of empathy & character development. Have not read her Vera series but think I will give it a try.

acorn_soup's review against another edition

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mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.25

charliegirl211's review against another edition

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mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.0