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wowsmeows's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
"I've never been good at striking
up conversations with
strangers, especially the opposite sex. I needed to come up with a suitable opening line. I knew what would work for me if the roles were reversed - something like: 'Do you prefer even or uneven surfaces?' 'Do you wish that Sports Direct also sold fresh meat?' 'Have you ever needed to use a tourniquet in your work environment?' "
The Satsuma Complex follows the story of Gary, a man who meets up with a friend for a pint and then accidentally gets caught up in their subsequent disappearance. This is not a crime thriller by any means, but it does have some suspense, mystery, a touch of romance and a really solid plot.
I really enjoyed this book, there were many laugh out loud moments. I listened to the audiobook and there were times you could almost hear Bob smiling at the jokes. Wonderful. Sally Phillips was equally fantastic as always. If you're a fan of Bob Mortimer's crazy humour from his many WILTY appearances, I'd definitely recommend giving this a go.
That being said, there are some darker moments in the book, but overall it was a delight to read.
"dogs sharing an interest in a spillage (I imagine the dogs are called Zak Briefcase and Lengthy Parsnips)."
Minor: Bullying, Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Violence, Police brutality, Kidnapping, Death of parent, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
milliebluecapon's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Moderate: Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Drug use, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Violence, and Blood
carolined's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.0
Graphic: Cursing, Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Excrement, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Gun violence, Violence, Police brutality, Kidnapping, and Stalking
Minor: Drug use, Death of parent, and Alcohol
laurataylor's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Chronic illness, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Blood, Police brutality, Murder, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
emmagalt's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Toxic relationship, Police brutality, and Murder
flashandoutbreak's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Gun violence, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
ellieplumb's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Minor: Death and Death of parent
joshsimp's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Graphic: Toxic relationship
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Violence, and Blood
Minor: Kidnapping, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, and Alcohol