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jordansmoot's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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
3.25
ajsmommy's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-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? No
5.0
lacewing's review against another edition
funny
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
3.25
vtlism's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
Relaxing and enjoyable light book that's written well.
fungirlreads's review against another edition
lighthearted
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I really had to push through this book. The plot overall was decent but the writing left a lot to be desired. At one point, two characters meet for the 1st time, but they had already gone to a different character's home 2 chapters prior. I also hated all the side missions in the story. It's not a horrible read bc the plot is ok but don't rush to get it
atamano's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity, Violence, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Racism, Sexual content, and Classism
dominiquexalana's review against another edition
5.0
Loved this book lol. My first ever cozy mystery and I will def be delving more into this genre later. Glory is a character that reminds us of our grandmother, older aunt/family members lmao. I think that's why I liked it so much lmfaoooo. She is witty, funny, and sometimes you have to reel her in. Loved that she never backed down and knew something was not right and delved into her nosiness, becoming an amateur detective. Loved the Black Catholicism representation as well. With all that being said, I can't wait til the next Glory mystery
richardrbecker's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Glory Be is best described as mystery light, despite all the elements it has working for it. What works is Glory Broussard, an amateur investigator and small-time bookie. The location of Lafayette, Louisiana, adds some interest for anyone who enjoys a bayou setting. And the premise — the death of her best friend, a nun, who either committed suicide or (more than likely) was murdered.
While one would suspect this to pack a punch as a trifecta, Glory's age sometimes makes her more plodding than plotting in her work despite a sometimes fiery disposition. This opens up some room for her less interesting daughter to take some pages. Although Lafayette is billed as a supporting character, it never truly emerges as much as a sketch of a backdrop. Lastly, more challenging in some respects, is that the writing style is almost too simple in its presentation. The outcome is mixed in that it's a fine story but not one that is memorable or will even get under your skin.
Her shadow investigation isn't much more than collecting gossip from otherwise interesting people like oil tycoons, churchgoers, drug dealers, and voodoo priestesses. But even these false flags are largely stunted as playing any real part in the novel beyond an endless series of coffee clutches before the rushed conclusion that robs the novel of its climax, leaving readers to scratch their heads and conclude: Well, that happened.
It is a fine series debut for someone looking for a mature amateur sleuth with all the appeal of an afternoon special on a lazy day with nothing else on. Those have a place too, sometimes. And so does Glory Be.
While one would suspect this to pack a punch as a trifecta, Glory's age sometimes makes her more plodding than plotting in her work despite a sometimes fiery disposition. This opens up some room for her less interesting daughter to take some pages. Although Lafayette is billed as a supporting character, it never truly emerges as much as a sketch of a backdrop. Lastly, more challenging in some respects, is that the writing style is almost too simple in its presentation. The outcome is mixed in that it's a fine story but not one that is memorable or will even get under your skin.
Her shadow investigation isn't much more than collecting gossip from otherwise interesting people like oil tycoons, churchgoers, drug dealers, and voodoo priestesses. But even these false flags are largely stunted as playing any real part in the novel beyond an endless series of coffee clutches before the rushed conclusion that robs the novel of its climax, leaving readers to scratch their heads and conclude: Well, that happened.
It is a fine series debut for someone looking for a mature amateur sleuth with all the appeal of an afternoon special on a lazy day with nothing else on. Those have a place too, sometimes. And so does Glory Be.
macknz_p's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0