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michaelpdonley's review against another edition
5.0
The thing that struck me about this one was: Penny *gets grief.
drannieg's review against another edition
4.5
Ok, I did have a few questions (and also, what happened to Amelia pls cos I have a LOT of questions there still). But god, these are such comfort reads in a truly glorious, compelling, dark yet uplifting way.
afender's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
medium-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? No
4.25
alixv's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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
amberreads247's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.0
cassiope_fastigiata's review against another edition
4.0
Better than the last one, not quite as many irritating repetitions. These have been going downhill, the last few in the series, but I still enjoyed this one despite the annoying elements (such as the whole social media thing which felt exaggerated and forced).
rtimms's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
ataterhead2's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75
cooperca's review against another edition
5.0
I've had this book on my nightstand for several months. I couldn't wait to read it, yet I was dreading when I would finish it as I would have to wait that much longer for the next Gamache novel.
Ms. Penny is an absolute treasure. Gamache might age, but he only gets better. I so wish I could have his quiet and thoughtful persona. He doesn't ever seem to get flustered or let his anger get the better of him. In responding to Jean-Guy, Gamache imparts his wisdom so beautifully: "After I'd said something especially patronizing to my first chief, he just looked at me and said, 'Before speaking, Agent Gamache, you might want to ask yourself three questions.'"......"As he spoke, the Chief Inspector raised his finger, counting the questions. 'Is it true? Is it kind? Does it need to be said?'" (p. 184).
The intertwining tension at the beginning, with the rainwaters potentially flooding Quebec, the villagers of Three Pines racing against time to stop their small village from being flooded out, the hunt for a missing pregnant woman, and the shift of power between Jean-Guy and Gamache, was heartracing.
A great mystery with several red herrings and twists and turns. Always such a pleasure to read this series and always such a sadness when the mystery comes to an end. Can't wait for #16!
I'll just say as a footnote, I do hope the whole "world against Gamache" storyline goes away. It's just a little tiresome.
Ms. Penny is an absolute treasure. Gamache might age, but he only gets better. I so wish I could have his quiet and thoughtful persona. He doesn't ever seem to get flustered or let his anger get the better of him. In responding to Jean-Guy, Gamache imparts his wisdom so beautifully: "After I'd said something especially patronizing to my first chief, he just looked at me and said, 'Before speaking, Agent Gamache, you might want to ask yourself three questions.'"......"As he spoke, the Chief Inspector raised his finger, counting the questions. 'Is it true? Is it kind? Does it need to be said?'" (p. 184).
The intertwining tension at the beginning, with the rainwaters potentially flooding Quebec, the villagers of Three Pines racing against time to stop their small village from being flooded out, the hunt for a missing pregnant woman, and the shift of power between Jean-Guy and Gamache, was heartracing.
A great mystery with several red herrings and twists and turns. Always such a pleasure to read this series and always such a sadness when the mystery comes to an end. Can't wait for #16!
I'll just say as a footnote, I do hope the whole "world against Gamache" storyline goes away. It's just a little tiresome.
eleart's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0