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triskelia's review against another edition
5.0
Yet another "can't put it down" thriller from JP. I'm pissed though, because of who he killed... wth?! Can't wait to read the next one.
robynjstanley's review against another edition
3.0
Doing a re-read of this series for nostalgia because I loved them at the time but this one did not hold up.
rainbowreviewskc's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
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? No
4.5
It’s always interesting to come across a decades-long series, and not being able to tell. I discovered Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum series, Michael Connelly’s Bosch series, and now James Patterson’s Women’s Murder Club series - all that have spanned decades and have entertained readers throughout. I was honestly surprised when I discovered that this series is still active and a new book is coming our way this year. I’m genuinely loving the ladies that work together to build each other up, and break cases down. If you like a bit of a comfort read with some strong women at the forefront, highly recommend this one.
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| Gut Instinct Rating: | 8
| Characters: | 9
| Believability: | 10
| Uniqueness: | 8
| Writing Style: | 10
| Excitement Factor: | 10
| Story Line: | 10
| Title Relevance: | 10
| Artwork Relevance: | 10
| Audiobook Narration: | N/a
| Overall: | 9.44
| Out of 5: | 4.72
| %/100: | 94%
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Violence, Grief, and Murder
claire1985's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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? No
3.0
victoriaadarling's review against another edition
4.0
The thing that I love about James Patterson in general? The chapters are kept so short that half the time, you don't even realize how far into the book you've gotten. And I'm never disappointed whenever I pick up a Women's Murder Club book, and while this one added a level of gravity that hasn't been there since *SPOILER ALERT* the crazy hot Detective was killed in the first book, it was still fast paced, thoughtful and a great thriller. And getting to see into the minds of these crazy folks always makes me wonder...
mariaego's review against another edition
5.0
I'm really upset that one of the main characters died. I mean... what are they supposed to do now?! but, I loved the rest of it just fine. Can't wait to get the next book!
karamaek's review against another edition
4.0
3rd Degree is the third book in the Women’s Murder Club by James Patterson. This installment follows Lt. Lindsey Boxer and her girlfriends through a domestic terrorist plot targeting the G8 summit.
I love this series and these characters and I look forward to starting in on 4th of July soon!
I love this series and these characters and I look forward to starting in on 4th of July soon!
hcampbell28's review against another edition
4.0
Lt. Lindsay Boxer has faced the Bride and Groom Killer as well as Chimera so far on the job but when terrorists strike San Francisco it is a whole different ball game! The terrorists are demanding action for crimes against humanity by the political and economic head honchos of the global community. People start dropping like flies, about every 3 days – and one of these deaths hits close to home for the Women’s Murder Club! Lindsay and the girls take the case and chase after the man in the wind known as August Spies. Will they stop whoever is doing this before the whole city come tumbling down?
I feel that this book takes a little bit more of an in-depth look at the lives of the ladies in the Women’s Murder Club. You find out more of the back story for Claire and Jill especially. I also am pleased that small events and story lines from the first two books haven’t been forgotten like sometimes happens in series. The characters still continue to grow and develop. Even though this series is told from the view of Lindsay Boxer it is nice to get to learn more about the other ladies and find out what makes them who they are and how they can do their jobs.
I also really like the narrator, Carolyn McCormick – so far this is the third narrator for this audio book series, but it looks like she is the narrator for all of the ones that are out so far after this one. She has a voice that won’t put you to sleep and keeps you interested – great for when you are driving because I have found some that could easily induce a coma.
I would rank this book in 2nd place overall for the first three books in the series (my ranking: 1st to Die, 3rd Degree, and then 2nd Chance). I really enjoyed how the mystery was resolved. I think it also shows how easily people can be manipulated for a cause.
I am already halfway through 4th of July and enjoying it even more than I did this one. This series is definitely growing on me!
4.5 out of 5 stars
I feel that this book takes a little bit more of an in-depth look at the lives of the ladies in the Women’s Murder Club. You find out more of the back story for Claire and Jill especially. I also am pleased that small events and story lines from the first two books haven’t been forgotten like sometimes happens in series. The characters still continue to grow and develop. Even though this series is told from the view of Lindsay Boxer it is nice to get to learn more about the other ladies and find out what makes them who they are and how they can do their jobs.
I also really like the narrator, Carolyn McCormick – so far this is the third narrator for this audio book series, but it looks like she is the narrator for all of the ones that are out so far after this one. She has a voice that won’t put you to sleep and keeps you interested – great for when you are driving because I have found some that could easily induce a coma.
I would rank this book in 2nd place overall for the first three books in the series (my ranking: 1st to Die, 3rd Degree, and then 2nd Chance). I really enjoyed how the mystery was resolved. I think it also shows how easily people can be manipulated for a cause.
I am already halfway through 4th of July and enjoying it even more than I did this one. This series is definitely growing on me!
4.5 out of 5 stars