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winemakerssister's review against another edition
4.0
You definitely have to suspend your disbelief here because more happens to Molly in less than a week than happens to most people in their lifetimes. But she's a fun, plucky character and I enjoyed following her adventures. And the setting - NYC at the turn of the 20th century - is fascinating.
kmthomas06's review against another edition
3.0
This started out strong but kind of fizzled in the middle. Still, really like Molly's character and the start of her story in New York so I might check out more of the series eventually.
librariesandlabradors's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyed this! Thought Molly was such a fun, vibrant character who was just trying to do the right thing and caught in a lot of bad situations. I loved the banter between her and Daniel, too. That’s going to be fun to read more of in the series. And of course, early 1900’s NYC? So fun. Definitely will pick up the next one soon!
mhsohn321's review against another edition
4.0
Well Done
Murphy's Law is a perfect mix of history and mystery with interesting characters. This story kept me reading all night long.
Murphy's Law is a perfect mix of history and mystery with interesting characters. This story kept me reading all night long.
brewsa25sloane's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
ceena's review against another edition
3.0
While similar to many other mystery novels, the setting and details make this book refreshing. It is always interesting, yet sobering to read about historical America, especially this time period where the Irish are a big factor in New York. The author does a great job of bringing the time period to life within the novel. While I enjoyed the writing, I also was peeved by a few additions.
First up was the amount of potential rape being used as a plot tool. While I admit, it is probably realistic, I found it to feel more like a device to move the story in a certain direction. The same can also be said for how Molly continued to look for jobs, yet barely did any job searching. So, even though she keeps saying she is looking or will look harder in the future, I continued to get more cynical about it.
The characters were well done. I ended up not being a huge fan of Molly, but I feel she may be more likable to other people. My favorite character ended up being Daniel Sullivan, the love interest. He seems like a well-around good guy, although some of his actions left me confused–really one scene that seemed misplaced. The side characters were not the most vibrant, but some, who I think may be re-occuring, were done well.
The mystery was intriguing with clues slowly being introduced throughout as well as pertinent background information. I felt that some things went too easily for Molly, but since this falls under the cozy mystery genre, it made more sense.
While I may not continue with the series, I do think this is one many people can and will enjoy.
First up was the amount of potential rape being used as a plot tool. While I admit, it is probably realistic, I found it to feel more like a device to move the story in a certain direction. The same can also be said for how Molly continued to look for jobs, yet barely did any job searching. So, even though she keeps saying she is looking or will look harder in the future, I continued to get more cynical about it.
The characters were well done. I ended up not being a huge fan of Molly, but I feel she may be more likable to other people. My favorite character ended up being Daniel Sullivan, the love interest. He seems like a well-around good guy, although some of his actions left me confused–really one scene that seemed misplaced. The side characters were not the most vibrant, but some, who I think may be re-occuring, were done well.
The mystery was intriguing with clues slowly being introduced throughout as well as pertinent background information. I felt that some things went too easily for Molly, but since this falls under the cozy mystery genre, it made more sense.
While I may not continue with the series, I do think this is one many people can and will enjoy.
ptaradactyl's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
It was an interesting setting with interesting characters, but I’m very worried that Molly is going to be repeatedly doing too stupid to live hijinks
murph_the_serf's review against another edition
4.0
This was a fun read but I was much more interested in the daily lives of the New York Irish in turn of the century Manhattan than the central mystery that Molly was embroiled in. The mystery wraps up much too quickly and seemed like an afterthought to the struggles of a new immigrant to New York.
I debated between 3 and 4 stars because I feel like the intended point fo the book was missed since the mystery was not engaging but I think it worked so much better as historical fiction that I'd read the second book in the series and see if it keeps up its strong points.
I debated between 3 and 4 stars because I feel like the intended point fo the book was missed since the mystery was not engaging but I think it worked so much better as historical fiction that I'd read the second book in the series and see if it keeps up its strong points.
kolson687's review against another edition
3.0
Good start to a mystery series set in the early 1900’s in NYC. Reminiscent of Victoria Thompson’s Gaslight series in terms of setting. Fun, quick read. Will definitely read the next one.
delapptg's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75