peggyemi's review against another edition
4.0
This is a series that I have really enjoyed since the very first book and that continues as the series evolves. This is the fourth book in the Irish Village Mystery series and I have come to look forward to each new book. Siobhan is a sympathetic, likable character that has continued to grow and come into her own. I like how her family always plays a part in the stories even if it is only in a secondary capacity. It is what grounds her. I also like how she approaches solving a mystery. She is not reckless (especially now that she is garda) but she is thoughtful and untangles clues while solving the puzzle before her. The relationship between her and Macdara has continued to evolve as well. I have always liked that he didn't dismiss her thoughts in an investigation, even before she was garda. He has a respect for how her mind works and how she can put together the clues.
The mystery was well done and woven throughout the entire story. It was the murder in a locked room type mystery to solve and there were plenty of clues, twist, turns and red herrings thrown about to distract the reader. While the reveal was not a total surprise, some aspects were and I liked that I didn't totally guess the outcome.
I voluntarily read a digital ARC provided to me by the publisher, Kensington, through Netgalley. This book is scheduled to be released in late February.
The mystery was well done and woven throughout the entire story. It was the murder in a locked room type mystery to solve and there were plenty of clues, twist, turns and red herrings thrown about to distract the reader. While the reveal was not a total surprise, some aspects were and I liked that I didn't totally guess the outcome.
I voluntarily read a digital ARC provided to me by the publisher, Kensington, through Netgalley. This book is scheduled to be released in late February.
sdreader's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
kristenmay's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
5.0
ellarymt's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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
zoeamac's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
asanford's review
4.0
Favorite one of the series. The mystery was interesting, the drama was intriguing, and the twists were surprising.
colleend's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
kdreese's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
annie_e_bea's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0