alexabookish's review
2.0
2.5 stars. after reading the eddie flynn series by steve cavanagh, i just wanted some more amazing legal thrillers. and, this wasn’t it
jenheartbooks's review
3.0
*This review pertains to the audiobook.*
Decent story, but not that well written. The female lawyers of Rosato and DiNunzio act more like teenagers than professionals. The fact that the actual teenager in the story- Allegra- is a literal genius adds nothing to the story-line, as it is not exploited save her powers of obervation. The characters seem very two-dimensional, and ((SPOILER ALERT))
I didn't believe for a second that the naughty brother would come forward after 6 yrs, hang his head, and say, yeah, I was bad, put me in jail for 20 years. Also, it was flat-out stated that the car accident wasn't an accident, but that was never resolved.
I will not be reading this author again. Shame, because I like the concept. Just too juvenile (and I like YA fiction).
Decent story, but not that well written. The female lawyers of Rosato and DiNunzio act more like teenagers than professionals. The fact that the actual teenager in the story- Allegra- is a literal genius adds nothing to the story-line, as it is not exploited save her powers of obervation. The characters seem very two-dimensional, and ((SPOILER ALERT))
I didn't believe for a second that the naughty brother would come forward after 6 yrs, hang his head, and say, yeah, I was bad, put me in jail for 20 years. Also, it was flat-out stated that the car accident wasn't an accident, but that was never resolved.
I will not be reading this author again. Shame, because I like the concept. Just too juvenile (and I like YA fiction).
kdtoverbooked's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
A quick thriller about a genius little sister who doesn’t feel the correct person is in crime for her big sister’s death. It was an easy read but if you read many thrillers it’ll be pretty obvious where it is going.
jdodd's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
brock111's review
5.0
I believe this is the fourth book I've read by Lisa Scottoline, but I hadn't read any of her Rosato &
Associatives series. I loved these characters and the plot kept me guessing until the end. I will definitely look for more in this series.
Associatives series. I loved these characters and the plot kept me guessing until the end. I will definitely look for more in this series.
afro8921's review
4.0
Ms. Scottoline has penned another wonderful rosato and associates novel. I thoroughly enjoyed the twist and turns in this novel. There is a nice blend of mental health, youthful admiration, and personal conflict in this story. The characters are believable and personable. Great read.
sde's review
4.0
I was looking for a junky and fast read, and this fit the bill perfectly. It was better than expected and an engaging story. I know just enough about mental health to know that the author did pretty well in describing issues and treatment of the girl, Allegra.
I was not completely satisfied with the ending/solving of the mystery. It didn't seem quite realistic. But, hey, this book was for pure fun. Also, the Italian friends of Mary's father were too much of caricatures, but otherwise pretty good.
I was not completely satisfied with the ending/solving of the mystery. It didn't seem quite realistic. But, hey, this book was for pure fun. Also, the Italian friends of Mary's father were too much of caricatures, but otherwise pretty good.