afox98's review against another edition
4.0
One of the best (if not the best) in the series so far. Maisie is up against a man killing with gas strikingly similar to that used as a weapon during the war. Her character starts to come into herself a bit more and further put the melancholy behind her, and it was good to see her get out a bit more and not be so isolated. Loved her interactions with Macfarlane, a detective superintendent she is working with also.
mrscraftalot's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
ladyloisreads's review against another edition
3.0
First time reading a Maise Dobbs mystery. This one is all about WWI vets and shell shock. So not exactly a light read but enjoyable enough.
knit_the_resistance's review against another edition
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
monicamjw's review against another edition
3.0
The Maisie Dobbs mysteries, all set around London during and after WWI, each tackle matters of social concern. This story speaks to the numbers of veterans suffering from what we now call PTSD, the horror of early chemical warfare and the prevalence of various asylums.
lindasdarby's review
4.0
I LOVE Maisie Dobbs. These are such great books. I especially enjoyed this book and mystery.
trudecal's review against another edition
4.0
Really loved this exploration of how soldiers were treated post WWI, wrapped in a good mystery. Once again I'm reminded how so little has changed.
keeleyja's review
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
orygunn's review against another edition
4.0
Maisie keeps growing. This book is a chilling reminder of the effects of war as well.