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brittbat's review against another edition
For the first half, Murder in G Major was shaping up to be a great, atmospheric mystery for October. A rainy Irish setting, villagers who know everyone's business, a fish-out-of-water heroine, and a ghost? Sounds like a fun cozy, right?
Unfortunately, the second half annoyed me with its ableism, as well as the setup for a love triangle. (I'm not fond of love triangles because they always take up far too much time and distract from more interesting plot elements. I don't want to hear about two mediocre-sounding men, I want to solve murders!)
Despite the cliffhanger, I won't be continuing the series.
Unfortunately, the second half annoyed me with its ableism
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which is integral to the resolution of the mysteryDespite the cliffhanger, I won't be continuing the series.
wordsareworlds's review
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
I was settled in for a cozy mystery and enjoyed the laid-back nature of much of the book, but the pacing felt off and then the last quarter or so dived headfirst into some wild ableism around mental health and then it rushed the reveal and resolution to set up a cliffhanger for the next book. Just a really disappointing experience in the end.
julie7's review
1.0
1⭐️= Not For Me.
Audio.
Although I know that many cosy mysteries are lighthearted with humour, I found this one just plain silly. Talking ghosts are maybe not my thing!😃
The nod to classical compositions was a light relief.
Audio.
Although I know that many cosy mysteries are lighthearted with humour, I found this one just plain silly. Talking ghosts are maybe not my thing!😃
The nod to classical compositions was a light relief.
lemmondrop1109's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
axmed's review against another edition
2.5
this was not good in many ways and i regret finishing it. she is a Black woman in a village in Ireland and there is no talk of anti-Black racism lol
leasummer's review
4.0
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I love this new to me series! An American trapped in Ireland after losing her job and her luggage makes the best of the situation with a new job and the house of her musical idol, who happens to be there still in spirit form. She meets a lot of locals and gets herself in trouble with the murderer. Can’t wait to read the next one!
I love this new to me series! An American trapped in Ireland after losing her job and her luggage makes the best of the situation with a new job and the house of her musical idol, who happens to be there still in spirit form. She meets a lot of locals and gets herself in trouble with the murderer. Can’t wait to read the next one!
mrskreads84's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.0
ellehartford's review against another edition
4.0
A very fun, smart adventure through the Irish countryside! The real highlights of the book were the characters and the setting. The mystery itself was intricate, but I was able to guess it (perhaps a sign I read too many cozies . . . !). And of course, the theme of music throughout was so fun -- I'd recommend this book to anyone who enjoys orchestra, teaching, or Ireland. On top of mysteries and ghosts, of course! :)