A review by asourceoffiction
Moon Over Soho by Ben Aaronovitch

funny informative lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I love Peter Grant; he's green and slightly bumbling so he's easy to relate to, but he's also incredibly insightful which makes for interesting revelations. Throw in the occasional idiotic mistake (particularly when it comes to his romantic partners) and you've got a winning protagonist.

The second book in this series is fun, engaging, easy to read and really clever. But I have found with both books so far, there are so many characters, sub-plots and mysteries (which often connect and intertwine) that my head is swimming a bit by the end. I followed along ok, but felt at times like I could do with my own investigatory notepad to keep everything straight in my head.

That said, this has a great ending and the makings of several long-gestating stories to come. I'm utterly hooked and have already ordered a secondhand copy of Whispers Underground!
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