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Top positive review
Wonderful characters and plot
23 August 2014
This is the first Cormoran Strike novel I have read. I quickly followed it by another because I enjoyed it so much. Tearful, unattractive and priviledged young man appeals to Cormoron to solve the mystery of the assumed suicide of his much loved and beautiful adopted sister. Although there were many characters and suspects, the final expose was a complete surprise in spite of clues offered throughout. What I really loved about the book were the characters. They were depicted in a very efficient and 'true' manner. Sometimes I found it confusing because Galbraith tends to assume the reader knows London as well as he. I felt I needed a map a great deal of the time. Cormoran Strike, the one legged private detective and his offsider, Robin, the female "temp" secretary he is assigned are wonderful together making a very balanced and amusing 'strictly business only' couple. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys a well rounded 'who dunit' that has impeccable plot lines and great characters.
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Top critical review
Engaging British Detective
2 November 2014
This is an engaging British detective and with a brilliant depiction of London life. It combines a complex and compelling sleuth and an equally unlikely assistant that provides some humorous situations. However I did find the regular reference to the detective's war handicap, a little over-bearing at times. There are many twist and distractions to ensure readers will be puzzled.
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23 August 2014
This is the first Cormoran Strike novel I have read. I quickly followed it by another because I enjoyed it so much. Tearful, unattractive and priviledged young man appeals to Cormoron to solve the mystery of the assumed suicide of his much loved and beautiful adopted sister. Although there were many characters and suspects, the final expose was a complete surprise in spite of clues offered throughout. What I really loved about the book were the characters. They were depicted in a very efficient and 'true' manner. Sometimes I found it confusing because Galbraith tends to assume the reader knows London as well as he. I felt I needed a map a great deal of the time. Cormoran Strike, the one legged private detective and his offsider, Robin, the female "temp" secretary he is assigned are wonderful together making a very balanced and amusing 'strictly business only' couple. I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys a well rounded 'who dunit' that has impeccable plot lines and great characters.
10 October 2018
A fabulous ride with endearing characters. A finely crafted and riveting read - I couldn't put this lovely book down. The story line was delicately woven and tantalizingly unfolded, culminating deliciously. Loved it.
8 January 2019
A tense and thrilling story of deceit, and revenge. I couldn't put it down it was such a thrilling read. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
27 May 2018
It was a great read my wife told me I should try something else rather than keep reading lee child James Patterson and John Crisham this was an easy paced book and hard to pick who had done it I can't wait to read his next one silkworm I hope it's just as good.
2 November 2014
This is an engaging British detective and with a brilliant depiction of London life. It combines a complex and compelling sleuth and an equally unlikely assistant that provides some humorous situations. However I did find the regular reference to the detective's war handicap, a little over-bearing at times. There are many twist and distractions to ensure readers will be puzzled.
11 October 2018
A little predicable, but lots of fun and very well written. The relationship between Cormoran and Robin was key. I'll definitely pick up the second in the series.
28 August 2016
Not my favourite book. Although I can't put my finger on the reason why, I found it slightly irritating … I read a couple of other books, coming back to Cuckoos from time to time - I'm not a believer of completely discarding a book once started - ie, unless it's truly appalling, and by no means was this book appalling … just not my cup of tea. I doubt I'll be purchasing any more books by this author.
22 October 2018
Not a fan of Harry Potter, so was shocked when I realized this is JK Rowling.....I was shocked but loved this book. Can't wait for the next.
28 January 2014
Easy reading and hard to put down. Most importantly it wasn't American whereby the hero is over the top tough, clever, good looking & indestructible. This tough hero was clever but simply got lucky with his super model & lost the love of his life, whilst having a handicap and problems. There was also a woman hero that was not caste as a male female but was extremely intelligent, efficient and inventive feminine figure who is NOT yearning for the hero, etc.
VERY REFRESHING!
Would recommend to anyone
VERY REFRESHING!
Would recommend to anyone
18 July 2014
I was rather cautious in getting this book so was pleasantly surprised. I really liked the character Strike, good private detective plot and it was written really well. Will be getting the next one.
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