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cupidfire's review against another edition
3.0
Yes, dunk on the TV show for the stupid unneeded plot points.
That being said these books are kind of all the same, always a fun read, but not gonna be the best thing ever. Much like the show.
I will say that this book felt like there was just a lot of in fighting between the characters and the kidnapping plot wasn’t all that interesting and felt like it was resolved too quickly.
That being said these books are kind of all the same, always a fun read, but not gonna be the best thing ever. Much like the show.
I will say that this book felt like there was just a lot of in fighting between the characters and the kidnapping plot wasn’t all that interesting and felt like it was resolved too quickly.
topdragon's review against another edition
4.0
The seventh book in the Nikki Heat series finds Nikki newly promoted to Captain and Precinct Commander. The job tries to take her away from what she does best which is solve cases but she finds ways to get back in the bullpen with her crew anyway. Of course, her fiancé, Jameson Rook is a prize-winning investigative journalist for a reason and his goals do not always necessarily align with Nikki’s. But, as always, they find ways to work together and get results. The main murder victim in this novel is none other than Nikki’s personal therapist so plenty of drama and secrets are at risk. Just how this relates to apparent fraud in the auto safety industry with possible mob connections is fun to see revealed.
Fans of the TV show Castle should like these books and even though there are many parallel story lines, I actually find the books to be a bit more consistent as the series progresses. The plots are much more complex as well and involve far more elements than an hour-long TV show can deliver.
I hope the quality of these novels remains high and keeps on going even though the TV show has ended. If so, I’ll be along for the ride.
Fans of the TV show Castle should like these books and even though there are many parallel story lines, I actually find the books to be a bit more consistent as the series progresses. The plots are much more complex as well and involve far more elements than an hour-long TV show can deliver.
I hope the quality of these novels remains high and keeps on going even though the TV show has ended. If so, I’ll be along for the ride.
astenson's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
just_barbs's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
qkat's review against another edition
3.0
This was the last Nikki Heat book I had on my physical TBR list and it was my least favorite. It was too similar to what happened in a season of Castle. It was a little too predictible for my taste. I might pick up more Nikki Heat books in the future, but right now I am taking a break because I was very underwhelmed with this book.
readingpisces's review against another edition
5.0
Dude, it's Castle, don't expect anything else from me.
It broke me. Also that ending. 😭❤️
It broke me. Also that ending. 😭❤️
alidottie's review against another edition
3.0
3 and a half for how true the characters stayed to the characters we know on tv--yet again. I don't remember the f-word being used as often in passed books. I am thinking this is the last heat and Rook book since the series ended this season. I have enjoyed these books and really thought they got better the second half over the first few.
labunnywtf's review against another edition
3.0
Death is also like a box of chocolates.
Either these books are getting better, or I've lowered my standards just enough to enjoy them. This one was actually a very pleasant read. I'm still not entirely sure how we got to the conclusion, this was a pretty twisted ride. But a fun one.
I realize I live in a much smaller town than New York City. I'm New Orleans adjacent, and we get our fair share of crime around here. Even murders.
But if I were to believe everything I read in these books, police detectives are in way more peril than I give them credit for. The kidnappings alone.
With the show being over, having these books to read is a small comfort, I will admit. Including the poor man's Nathan Fillion doing the narration.
Also, fun fact. Literally less than five minutes after I finished this audiobook, I saw this flying above a parking lot.
Got a little uncomfortable, not going to lie.
Either these books are getting better, or I've lowered my standards just enough to enjoy them. This one was actually a very pleasant read. I'm still not entirely sure how we got to the conclusion, this was a pretty twisted ride. But a fun one.
I realize I live in a much smaller town than New York City. I'm New Orleans adjacent, and we get our fair share of crime around here. Even murders.
But if I were to believe everything I read in these books, police detectives are in way more peril than I give them credit for. The kidnappings alone.
With the show being over, having these books to read is a small comfort, I will admit. Including the poor man's Nathan Fillion doing the narration.
Also, fun fact. Literally less than five minutes after I finished this audiobook, I saw this flying above a parking lot.
Got a little uncomfortable, not going to lie.
martafrt's review
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
dynila's review against another edition
2.0
This one was a little rougher than the first several in the series, making me suspect a new writer. I found myself doing a lot of skimming and rolling my eyes at what was the novel equivalent of product placement in a TV show, but still a nifty read, generally.