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Disappointed in Vera

Revisado: 09-13-24

I have loved every single Vera Stanhope book. I especially love how complicated and imperfect Vera’s character is. In this one, though, I really didn’t like her, which was new. I’m not sure whether the author did this on purpose, but. I found myself impatient with her selfishness and that she didn’t seem to learn from her mistakes, especially Holly’s death, though she seemed to think about it quite a bit. I’d leave if she was my boss.

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Thoroughly enjoyed this latest by Peter Grainger

Revisado: 08-28-23

If you’re looking for a fast paced, exciting thriller, this book is not for you. It did have exciting moments, though. I loved the fact that the mystery is only one small part of the story. The character development is excellent and the ride inside DC Smith’s head quite wonderful. The narration is excellent also. I’ve enjoyed every single one in the series. This newest was no exception.

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As usual worth reading

Revisado: 07-20-23

I’m still enjoying this series. Unlike many others that begin to get sloppy and diluted if they go on too long, this one continues to be well- written and engaging.

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Time for a new series

Revisado: 06-13-23

Pretty slow moving and a bit too cozy. The series has lost its sparkle. Time to try something new.

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Very Helpful

Revisado: 03-18-23

This relaxation technique works quite well for me. I’ve tried it with my students as well and they love it too.

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Great story / narration not as good as usual

Revisado: 05-09-20

I’m a great Sara Paretsky fan and enjoy the way she brings human rights issues into her stories. However, in Dead Land V.I. seemed to be fighting with people all the time and every conversation felt like a shouting match. I usually enjoy S. Ericksen’s narration, but in this book I felt like she was always yelling. I had to keep turning down the volume. Other than that, it was a great story.

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A bit silly but fun

Revisado: 03-14-20

I enjoyed the read but it as too predictable. The characters were fun if somewhat unbelievable. The story summary gave away the plot so there weren’t very many surprises.

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Good series partially ruined by narrator

Revisado: 02-29-20

I can’t believe no one could coach this narrator to give up the singsong narration. Dialogue was fine, story and characters intriguing if Maggie a bit unbelievable.

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Another well-crafted story

Revisado: 08-06-18

I don't know what it is about the character of Vera Stanhope that makes her such a delight. Probably that she is so human and honest about her feelings and shortcomings. This mystery, like her others, is character driven, which I love. Ann Cleeves is a master at portraying how complicated we human beings are. There is plenty of tension, both the interpersonal type and physical danger. I was kept guessing throughout the entire story. Several times, I was sure I had figured out who was the murderer but I was wrong. Of course, all the clues were there, but I didn't put them together until the end. Being a writer, i also enjoyed the insight into writers and writing workshops. I've now listened to all of the Ann Cleeves novels that are available in audible form. I hope there will be more soon.

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Really?

Revisado: 04-23-18

What would have made Murder at the Mendel better?

A more believable main character. If I was a friend or family member, I'd get as far away from this woman as possible. The number of close family and friends that have been murdered already is beyond belief. She also calls others alcoholics and yet the woman has a drink for every occasion - trauma, celebration, exhaustion, grief, fear. She's clearly an alcoholic herself. Her impetuous jumping into the middle of things drove me nuts.

Would you ever listen to anything by Gail Bowen again?

Probably not, though this is my second of her novels. Who else could she kill off for the next one. Her children?

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Murder at the Mendel?

I'd take out half the murders. The bodies just pile up. It doesn't add anything to the story for me. Also the graphic eroticism does not appeal to me and seemed unnecessary to the story.

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