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jimmacsyr's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent book. Connolly’s descriptions make me laugh out loud, and the story keeps me riveted.
feastofblaze's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
lyerin's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
The first Charlie Parker that is not told from Charlie’s point of view. While I wanted more Charlie, a book focused on Louis was great. The book is extremely sad, but it gives further insight into Louis’s complicated backstory. I continue to love Angel and Louis as characters. Jackie Garner and the Fulcis are always a great addition to any story. They are precious chaos.
git_r_read's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing! This time around Charlie Parker isn't in the scene quite so much. It's more about his associates, Louis and Angel. The reader gets a good look at Louis' background and what makes him tick. Excellent.
leebass7's review against another edition
2.0
The first Charlie Parker book that made me bored. This one is more of a thriller with the horror and supernatural elements missing entirely, which is a shame because that’s what makes this series so unique and interesting.
We get a bit more insight into Angel and Louis’ relationship which is nice, and a lot more into Louis’ background and journey to being a killer for hire. These were the best parts.
The usual twists and turns of narrative and gradual uncovering of clues aren’t present, settling into more of a clear cut revenge story. Which makes sense since the focus is on Louis who isn’t a detective, but it’s not what I read these books for.
Even the antagonist, Bliss, is a pretty boring character. Nothing compared to previous bad guys like Mr Pudd, the Collector, Brightwell, the Reverend etc. He’s a contract killer seeking revenge… and that’s pretty much it. You get his character just from reading the blurb.
The same goes for the cast of supporting characters, I found them quite forgettable. The auto shop guys all seemed to blur into one, having the same gruff older man personality.
A rare misstep in this series, I’m hoping The Lovers is a return to form!
We get a bit more insight into Angel and Louis’ relationship which is nice, and a lot more into Louis’ background and journey to being a killer for hire. These were the best parts.
The usual twists and turns of narrative and gradual uncovering of clues aren’t present, settling into more of a clear cut revenge story. Which makes sense since the focus is on Louis who isn’t a detective, but it’s not what I read these books for.
Even the antagonist, Bliss, is a pretty boring character. Nothing compared to previous bad guys like Mr Pudd, the Collector, Brightwell, the Reverend etc. He’s a contract killer seeking revenge… and that’s pretty much it. You get his character just from reading the blurb.
The same goes for the cast of supporting characters, I found them quite forgettable. The auto shop guys all seemed to blur into one, having the same gruff older man personality.
A rare misstep in this series, I’m hoping The Lovers is a return to form!
the_dragon_reread's review against another edition
4.0
John Connolly never fails to please with his Charlie Parker series. This is the first book in the series that does not directly follow Parker, instead centering on his good friends Louis and Angel with "the Detective" making a few cameos along the way. One of the more linear, simple plotlines in the series; however, there is fast-paced action, witty dialogue, and great backstory into Louis and Angel. Everything you would hope for in one of Connolly's books. Hard to put down and the next one is already purchased!
gray5217's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
beckmh's review against another edition
5.0
my all time favorite book in my all time favorite series baby