Reviews

The Inventor by Emily Organ

sams84's review

4.0

Once again we find Penny Green ruffling a few feathers as she investigates what a first seems like two entirely separate events, the first a murder in a local university hospital and the second the suicide of an inventor at the forefront of the electric light revolution. But as she investigates, her friends and family begin receiving unfriendly letters denigrating her and her behaviour, encouraging them to control her better and get her to keep her nose out. So of course, she carries on uncovering a truth far more shocking than anyone had thought possible. As before, the writing is well balanced, flowing nicely from moment to moment with enough detail to keep you interested without going over the top. And of course there is no real need to have read the previous books in the series (thankfully!).

cariadreads's review

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

linzthebookworm's review against another edition

3.0

I love the Penny Green Series, but The Inventor felt a bit short for me. I still enjoyed it, but some aspects just annoyed me. I felt like the dynamic between James and Penny was off and that the mystery of her dad's disappearance got pushed aside. I am curious to see where the developments with Mr. Edwards go, however.

This entire series is excellent if you want shorter historical fiction novels with a touch of a murder mystery. The books are well written, exciting, and have kept me guessing through the entire series. Every time a new book in the series comes out I have to read it right away.

For my complete review check out http://linzthebookworm.blogspot.com/2018/08/book-review-inventor-by-emily-organ.html

ipreferquiet's review against another edition

3.0

Pretty well written detective with interesting background detail. Some rounded characters and fun interaction between them.

gizmo_42's review

5.0

Another amazing book in the penny green series by Emily organ .. This books keeps you guessing until the end and keeps you gripped , and writing by an incredible author, I'll be ready to read the next one one series and see what adventures penny gets up to

claudia_is_reading's review

3.0

Well, I still liked this one, but less than the previous ones. Mainly because Penny was more of a hindrance than an asset resolving the mystery in this story. I get that she was being personally attacked and therefore it was harder to stay objective, but still...

I like James less and less as her love interest, too. The man seems unable to make a permanent choice. And Mr Edwards is growing on me :P

But, of course, I'm still enjoying the series and will keep reading it.

jmp_'s review

4.0

I got this as a gift having not read the earlier books. It was easy to pick up - very clear who everyone was.

Overall a fun story and a quick read. Nice thorough historical notes at the end.

andrealage's review

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• 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? Yes

3.75

samjaymc's review

3.0

3★

Full review to follow.

vesper1931's review

4.0

London 1884 and after spending time setting up a electricity display inventor Simon Borthwick kills himself. But why and who are the people he refers to in his suicide note. Reporter Penny Greens wants to find out. Meanwhile she is sent to a murder scene to write a report concerning the progress of the police. As usual she involves Inspector James Blakely of Scotland Yard.
Again another enjoyable and well-written mystery.