A review by nattygsmith
The Running Grave by J.K. Rowling, Robert Galbraith

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense 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

4.0

This latest book in the Strike & Ellacott series follows the trend of the previous novels. It capitalizes on the protagonists' strongly established charismatic personalities, and Robin and Cormoran's deep friendship and will-they/won't they romantic tension. The plot, driven by a disturbing cult and its myriad villains and victims, did not feel terribly original, but it was intensely gripping. As always, Galbraith struck a perfect balance between hints and clues that made it feel possible I might figure it out before reading it, and a final reveal that made me feel both observant and surprised.
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