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evening44's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Quick, easy, gruesome read. Reads just like watching an episode.
krquigs's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this book. The science of it was really interesting to me, and was probably one of the biggest readings I had taken on in a while. It was slow, but I did enjoy it. The novel was quite descriptive though, and I enjoyed what I was reading. I didn’t catch any errors, I believe, which is always nice in a book.
sams84's review against another edition
4.0
This is the first of the CSI books I've read as I'm a huge fan of all three series' and wasn't convinced by the book versions but I must say I was pleasantly surprised. It followed the same premisse as the programmes but went on longer, each of the characters were well written although Grissom and Brass took centre stage on this one (as happens in some episodes too) and the killer was suitably twisted and psychotic and the gore scenes were as all CSI fans expect. An enjoyable and fast paced read with a slightly predictable but good ending.
caranneis's review against another edition
4.0
As far as TV tie-in novels go, this stacks up fairly well. I'm different than most people that I don't WANT a tie-in novel to go where the TV show hasn't gone. What I mean is, don't create a backstory or personality traits of characters that hasn't been established already by the show's writers. If an author doesn't stay with the 'canon' it becomes an alternate universe.
Collins does well with staying true to the world & characters that have been established. Dialogue sounds authentic for each; and it's quite easy to picture & hear William Peterson, George Eads, Marg Helgenberger, etc. saying the lines.
The story deviates slightly from the traditional form of the early CSI shows, in that instead of 2 cases, the entire team is working on one. Recent murders resemble decade old murders from an uncaught serial killer. In typical CSI fashion, evidence is collected, analyzed & investigations begin. The evidence appears to lead to one suspect then another & eventually it all falls into place & the killer is caught. I liked having Brass more in the forefront & the serial killer & MO were well crafted. Not that the CSI's never pull their guns in the show, but there was a little too much of that in the book that it felt out of place.
The show always has portrayed CSI's interrogating suspects/witnesses....This DOES NOT HAPPEN...that's the police's job; but the author stays true to the established universe, so it is like reading an episode. That's what I look for in a tie-in novel, good plot, characters that feel & sound like the ones already known & in the end, could I see this played out on screen. The answer is yes. The book hits on most marks. I loved the early years with Grissom & if you liked the show when it first began, would recommend this entertaining, quick read.
Collins does well with staying true to the world & characters that have been established. Dialogue sounds authentic for each; and it's quite easy to picture & hear William Peterson, George Eads, Marg Helgenberger, etc. saying the lines.
The story deviates slightly from the traditional form of the early CSI shows, in that instead of 2 cases, the entire team is working on one. Recent murders resemble decade old murders from an uncaught serial killer. In typical CSI fashion, evidence is collected, analyzed & investigations begin. The evidence appears to lead to one suspect then another & eventually it all falls into place & the killer is caught. I liked having Brass more in the forefront & the serial killer & MO were well crafted. Not that the CSI's never pull their guns in the show, but there was a little too much of that in the book that it felt out of place.
The show always has portrayed CSI's interrogating suspects/witnesses....This DOES NOT HAPPEN...that's the police's job; but the author stays true to the established universe, so it is like reading an episode. That's what I look for in a tie-in novel, good plot, characters that feel & sound like the ones already known & in the end, could I see this played out on screen. The answer is yes. The book hits on most marks. I loved the early years with Grissom & if you liked the show when it first began, would recommend this entertaining, quick read.
whovian223's review against another edition
5.0
A really great CSI book that takes place early in the series (Warrick is even still alive). Great characterization that flows and Collins does a good job of detailing the CSI tech-talk without being boring.
booksandcoffee4life's review against another edition
4.0
This is one of my favorite CSI books I read so far. It is about an old case of Brass. The story kept me interested to get to know if Brass could catch the killer.
library_rift's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
colorfulleo92's review against another edition
3.0
An enjoyable read over all when I miss the TV series.
urlphantomhive's review against another edition
2.0
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I didn't want to read this book. But I friend of mine said 'I know you like books, I've just got the thing for you!' And I didn't have the heart to tell her I don't even like CSI.
I understand that technology and forensics are a major part of an investigation. But it seems weird to me that these same forensics people should also do interviews with suspects and real investigation rather than analysing what they found on a crime scene. Isn't that what the police is for?
Besides, even though I know that probably there are no cases solved by deduction (evidence and so) it is nice to read about it. I rather see some quick reasoning by Sherlock than a machine pulling out some DNA-samples and thus solving the case. It's just not as much fun if it looks like anyone could do it.
Which brings me to the story. It read almost like an episode of CSI, so I guess that if you like to watch CSI, you'll probably like this book as well. The story isn't really anything special, but entertaining enough to continue reading.
Still, I don't think these books work for me.
I didn't want to read this book. But I friend of mine said 'I know you like books, I've just got the thing for you!' And I didn't have the heart to tell her I don't even like CSI.
I understand that technology and forensics are a major part of an investigation. But it seems weird to me that these same forensics people should also do interviews with suspects and real investigation rather than analysing what they found on a crime scene. Isn't that what the police is for?
Besides, even though I know that probably there are no cases solved by deduction (evidence and so) it is nice to read about it. I rather see some quick reasoning by Sherlock than a machine pulling out some DNA-samples and thus solving the case. It's just not as much fun if it looks like anyone could do it.
Which brings me to the story. It read almost like an episode of CSI, so I guess that if you like to watch CSI, you'll probably like this book as well. The story isn't really anything special, but entertaining enough to continue reading.
Still, I don't think these books work for me.
team_free_will's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25