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Devil in the Detail
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For fans of Ian Rankin, Ed McBain and Christopher Brookmyre, Devil in the Detail is the second novel...
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Girls of Yellow (Elise De Jong/Sami Ali Book 1)
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A GRIPPING, SUSPENSEFUL CRIME THRILLER WITH A SHOCKING PREMISE. Imagine a world where modern...
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Snow White Must Die
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In a small town in Germany a boy is accused of murdering his beautiful girlfriend. On a September...
Paranoid
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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson comes a new novel of nerve-jangling suspense...
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2165 KP) rated The Vinyl Detective - Written in Dead Wax: 1 in Books
Feb 10, 2022
I was amused to discover after I’d finished the book that we never do get the main character’s name. However, reading the book, it never felt awkward, especially with the first-person narration. And that didn’t lessen the character at all. In fact, he leads a great cast that I enjoyed spending time with. Unfortunately, the plot was slow and repetitive. There were some good twists and complications, but they were too few. Plus, we were left with some questions that needed to be answered. On the other hand, I really did enjoy the banter between the characters; this had me chuckling and laughing as I read. I was curious about the series, but I doubt I will be back for more.
Dean (6925 KP) rated The Batman (2022) in Movies
Mar 31, 2022 (Updated Mar 31, 2022)
This is a different style of Batman compared to all the others. It's dark, gloomy, broody and noir like at times with a strong detective element to the story. Gotham looks great with its real locations adding character to the setting.
This is a dark, aggressive, loner Batman with Bruce Wayne more of a recluse than a playboy. It seems that Bruce Wayne is the real mask for this character. It's interesting to see a new Bat Cave, Batmobile and other key things from the comics.
The assembled cast is strong, especially Jeffrey Wright as Lt. Gordon who has some great scenes. It is a bit long but not in a way that will have you checking your watch waiting for the end, as the story is good.
It's not better than Dark Knight but it's definitely up near the top end of Batman Films. Although I personally enjoy some of the others more, I definitely admire the quality of this version.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2165 KP) rated Doggone Deadly in Books
Nov 20, 2021
I enjoyed the first book in this series, and I’m thrilled to say that the second is just as much fun. The set up before Kari and Suz find the body is good, and things only pick up from there. The background of the rules around dog shows is presented in an entertaining way, so it never feels like a data dump. It’s wonderful to see the returning characters again, and the suspects are just as strong. Plus, there’s plenty of cuteness from the four-legged animals. You are in for a treat when you pick up this book.