balthazarlawson's review against another edition
4.0
Sean Duffy is in trouble again as he reluctantly gets involved in a murder case that everyone thinks is suicide. Being Northern Ireland in 1985 this is not an easy task as very few murders are ever solved. But the next best thing is to resolve them. The usual cast of shadowy characters are lurking in the background of everything that goes on in Duffy's life. It's not easy being a police officer in Northern Ireland.
The thing I did find annoying was the one or two sentences. It's fine up to a point but I felt there was too many of them in places all lumped together. I can see the reason for the style of writing but I still find it annoying.
The thing I did find annoying was the one or two sentences. It's fine up to a point but I felt there was too many of them in places all lumped together. I can see the reason for the style of writing but I still find it annoying.
fionab_16's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
danchrist's review against another edition
4.0
Fantastic fourth book in the Sean Duffy series, and a great read. Really enjoy the way McKinty paints a scene and how he conveys the liquid passage of time.
A delicious read.
A delicious read.
slhandy45's review against another edition
4.0
One of my favorite crime series. Pure entertainment, plus a good history lesson on the Northern Ireland troubles. What a mess.
d_nice_'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
mxinky's review against another edition
2.0
The more Sean Duffy books I read, the less I understand his character. He is allegedly a Catholic, but it’s just tacked in here and there. He doesn’t seem to change or grow, and I have no idea why he remains in the RUC.
His lovers have about a 50% survival rate, which I find to be misogynist and also old-fashioned.
These are more like action stories or spy stories than police procedurals.
I am interested in McKinty’s portrayal of Northern Ireland so I will keep reading. I do enjoy most of the book, but the sour notes are very sour.
His lovers have about a 50% survival rate, which I find to be misogynist and also old-fashioned.
These are more like action stories or spy stories than police procedurals.
I am interested in McKinty’s portrayal of Northern Ireland so I will keep reading. I do enjoy most of the book, but the sour notes are very sour.
myrdyr's review against another edition
4.0
Excellent book. I highly recommend this series. I look forward to reading the next one.