henrismum's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Audiobook (All of my entries on The Story Graph are audiobooks.)
#3 in series (I started reading this series on 9/4/22.)
Will I read other installments?Probably Not Maybe Definitely I will commit to this series henceforth.
Comparison to others in series: Not as goodAbout the same Better I admit that I'm confused with the ending of this book. Most story lines were summed up, but I missed who killed . This book was steeped in anti-Catholic feeling, but deserved for the circumstances presented in the story.
The narrator was Susan Ericksen. She was a bit shrill in some spots of the V.I. drama.
#3 in series (I started reading this series on 9/4/22.)
Will I read other installments?
Comparison to others in series: Not as good
Spoiler
the Arch BishopThe narrator was Susan Ericksen. She was a bit shrill in some spots of the V.I. drama.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Lesbophobia, Violence, and Murder
rclz's review against another edition
5.0
This series does nothing but improve. I really like Vic. Good characters and a good plot that makes sense.
eabosti's review against another edition
Started the audiobook and didn't realize it was a recording of a radio show. Didn't get past first chapter. Maybe the book is better.
argeraint's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I didn't like V.I. at first. When I met her in the first few pages of the book, I was afraid I'd be stuck with a main character that I hated. Because I didn't like how mean and sarcastic she was. She spoke so harshly to people, it was weird for me. I was afraid that I wasn't gonna root for her. But then she grew on me. I actually enjoyed her brashness because it was so opposite of how I would act. It was interesting. Also considering the time period of the story and the people's mindset at that time, I just made myself understand her situation.
It was weird for me having to read about the church getting involved in a mystery but I guess that's just me being a Catholic-Christian.
The family dynamic really got me interested because I am sort of dealing with something akin to V.I.'s. Having to care for a family member even if you don’t want to. So I guess this was a solution at a time of being an obedient child and little sister, I learned to stand my ground and go my own way like she does.
It was weird for me having to read about the church getting involved in a mystery but I guess that's just me being a Catholic-Christian.
The family dynamic really got me interested because I am sort of dealing with something akin to V.I.'s. Having to care for a family member even if you don’t want to. So I guess this was a solution at a time of being an obedient child and little sister, I learned to stand my ground and go my own way like she does.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Lesbophobia, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Suicide, and War
Minor: Death, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Genocide, Cursing, Alcohol, and Blood
betsybranz's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bdplume's review
4.0
One of her better books. I thoroughly enjoy these, but I have to admit they become fairly predictable after reading a few. Whether that's because of insight into the author's mind or blandness, I can't say.
capellan's review
3.0
Another solid V I Warshawski story, though some recurrent themes and motifs are already becoming evident after only three novels. Might be a while before I try another, to give the series some time to become fresh again for me.
chomal's review
2.0
A highly overrated book. Expected rather an active yet a deductionist type or a sensible detective but V.I. Warshawski, the lead female detective, disappointed me. She may be a hardboiled detective but her actions in crucial matters are utterly questionable and looks lunatic. Not a book I'd recommend.
claudiafp's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75