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gemb2090's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
redewhurst's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
little_suzi_bookworm's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
rebeccamoore13's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-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
4.5
nina_cooper's review against another edition
5.0
This is the first book of the Dorset Crime series. I do not know any of the other titles yet, but I enjoyed this first part a lot. DCI Lesley Clarke is a great main character, and things are getting interesting around her from the beginning. Some people seem to be biased against her, and her pretty old-fashioned Detective Sergeant comes over as a rather annoying colleague and she has to deal with him more than she wants to. The story is well written, the characters are interesting and the tranquil setting adds a lot to the atmosphere. So, readers of whodunits might enjoy this title a lot. 5 out of 5 stars.
radiominster's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book, the first in a series that is set very close to where I live. I loved the fact that I could relate to the locations and I could almost picture the action in various parts of Dorset. The book is well paced and the story keeps your attention with lots of little twists along the way. The best part, however, is the way the characters are developed as the story moves on. I have to admit to taking an instant dislike to the DS Dennis, but this softens a little as the story reaches its conclusion. Overall, I really enjoyed Rachel's writing style and the pace of the story. I've already started book two in the series.
alexsprice's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
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
sw33tsumm3r's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.75
While some of the characters were way too on the nose to feel anywhere near realistic, the mystery build-up was reasonably good. The biggest short fall for me was the rushed ending.
There are too many loose ends at the end of the book, to give the reader any sense of closure.Why was Patrick in Leyla's room? What was the motivation behind Crystal's actions? What piece of evidence exactly did Archie find out to put himself at risk and how did the confrontation occur? What exactly did Tina uncover in the paperwork sent by Goodall?
How this book received an overall 4+ rating is beyond me.
There are too many loose ends at the end of the book, to give the reader any sense of closure.
How this book received an overall 4+ rating is beyond me.
helenbellauthor's review against another edition
4.0
Love this series, a great cast of characters lead by a police officer who is forced into a new post for a slower pace of life, only to find herself embroiled in a murder before she's even started the job.
There are glimpses at where the series could go next - back stories, throwaway comments - and of course, red herrings galore. The setting is wonderful.
There are glimpses at where the series could go next - back stories, throwaway comments - and of course, red herrings galore. The setting is wonderful.