bfordham's review against another edition
5.0
Didn't figure this one out completely before the reveal.
Ending was also very good
Ending was also very good
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
City of Bones
4 Stars
It is a quiet New Years until the call comes in about the discovery of human remains in the Hollywood Hills. When the body is revealed to be that of a young boy who suffered horrific abuse in his short life, Detective Harry Bosch is determined to bring the culprit to justice. Harry also begins a personal relationship with a rookie cop, but a shocking event jeopardizes his future in the department.
While the Harry Bosch books are enjoyable reads, Connelly's writing tends toward the philosophical and often becomes bogged down with Harry's constant psychological musings. That said, City of Bones breaks from this mold as the mystery develops at a solid pace. Unfortunately, it does peter out somewhat toward the end and the resolution is rather anti-climactic.
The secondary storyline involving Harry's relationship with Julia is decidedly weaker as their connection feels contrived and out of place. It is evident throughout the series that this aspect of Connelly's writing is very poor, and he should stick to the investigations and leave the romance to the experts.
In sum, Harry is a very appealing character and the procedural aspects of the investigation are excellent.
4 Stars
It is a quiet New Years until the call comes in about the discovery of human remains in the Hollywood Hills. When the body is revealed to be that of a young boy who suffered horrific abuse in his short life, Detective Harry Bosch is determined to bring the culprit to justice. Harry also begins a personal relationship with a rookie cop, but a shocking event jeopardizes his future in the department.
While the Harry Bosch books are enjoyable reads, Connelly's writing tends toward the philosophical and often becomes bogged down with Harry's constant psychological musings. That said, City of Bones breaks from this mold as the mystery develops at a solid pace. Unfortunately, it does peter out somewhat toward the end and the resolution is rather anti-climactic.
The secondary storyline involving Harry's relationship with Julia is decidedly weaker as their connection feels contrived and out of place. It is evident throughout the series that this aspect of Connelly's writing is very poor, and he should stick to the investigations and leave the romance to the experts.
In sum, Harry is a very appealing character and the procedural aspects of the investigation are excellent.
avid_read's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ebbie_casuallereading's review against another edition
3.0
REREAD : For some reasons, I was convince someone else was guilty of the crime.
This one is not as enjoyable to me as other in the series, however, the first part of the book is still really entertaining. The second half less so. It feels more like a transition story between major arc in Bosch story.
This one is not as enjoyable to me as other in the series, however, the first part of the book is still really entertaining. The second half less so. It feels more like a transition story between major arc in Bosch story.
dhoddie's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
nferre's review against another edition
4.0
Another short, fast-paced novel that follows detective Harry Bosch. A dog finds an old bone on a hill and Harry is called to figure out who it belonged to, how it got there, and who put it there. Harry needs to redeem himself with the LAPD by solving this mystery and goes about it methodically. Very well done again with a great ending, surprising but totally plausible.
alifromkc1907's review against another edition
4.0
Gut Instinct Rating: 4
Characters: 4.5
Believability: 5
Uniqueness: 5
Writing Style: 5
Excitement Factor: 4
Story Line: 5
Title Relevance: 5
Artwork Relevance: 5
Audiobook Narration: 4
Overall: 4.65
Characters: 4.5
Believability: 5
Uniqueness: 5
Writing Style: 5
Excitement Factor: 4
Story Line: 5
Title Relevance: 5
Artwork Relevance: 5
Audiobook Narration: 4
Overall: 4.65