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5.0 out of 5 starsBrilliant.
Bytmdastolion 19 September 2018
An intricate and devious plot,with a frightening number of red herrings, nevertheless an absolutely brilliant story. I was captive from page one till the end as I’m sure others will be. Over and above that, the ongoing interaction between Strike and Robin is a wonderful tale in and of itself. I’m sure I’m not alone in hoping we see more of them.
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2.0 out of 5 starsA significant disappointment
ByMike B of Sydon 13 October 2018
Previous iterations of the series have had a reasonably strong sense that this is a series focused on Mr Strike as a private detective. The first in the series represented a solid opening with a crime and mystery that was sufficient to carry things along and, as the sub-plot, we had Coromorant and his new assistant finding themselves in something of a mutual attraction and the possibility of romance.
But book four is relationship, morality and pontificating from Ms Rowling who seems to project her opinions on the London Olympics, masculine dismissal of the feminine and every other issue that Ms Rowling seems to have taken to with an ideological and naive passion over the past couple of years gets a thorough outing here. Perhaps along the way she's ready a vocabulary builder because the text, in addition to the moral thumping, seems replete with odd wording that seems more jarring than appropriate. If you want your characters to talk in 'gnomic' statements then that's fine but the choice of wording detracts more than adds to the value of a detective story.
Ms Rowling will continue to be praised because of her previous work but there is nothing here that really strikes as polished or of interest. Had this been written by anyone else I'd say it shows promise and some experience but, from Ms Rowling, it seems a tired addition and justified only on the basis that she will have a ready publisher and audience.
By book 3 Mr Strike seemed at a loss as to what to do next. By this volume it seems his true calling is to find love and retire. Really not worth pursuing and investing your time.
But book four is relationship, morality and pontificating from Ms Rowling who seems to project her opinions on the London Olympics, masculine dismissal of the feminine and every other issue that Ms Rowling seems to have taken to with an ideological and naive passion over the past couple of years gets a thorough outing here. Perhaps along the way she's ready a vocabulary builder because the text, in addition to the moral thumping, seems replete with odd wording that seems more jarring than appropriate. If you want your characters to talk in 'gnomic' statements then that's fine but the choice of wording detracts more than adds to the value of a detective story.
Ms Rowling will continue to be praised because of her previous work but there is nothing here that really strikes as polished or of interest. Had this been written by anyone else I'd say it shows promise and some experience but, from Ms Rowling, it seems a tired addition and justified only on the basis that she will have a ready publisher and audience.
By book 3 Mr Strike seemed at a loss as to what to do next. By this volume it seems his true calling is to find love and retire. Really not worth pursuing and investing your time.
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ByMike B of Sydon 13 October 2018
Previous iterations of the series have had a reasonably strong sense that this is a series focused on Mr Strike as a private detective. The first in the series represented a solid opening with a crime and mystery that was sufficient to carry things along and, as the sub-plot, we had Coromorant and his new assistant finding themselves in something of a mutual attraction and the possibility of romance.
But book four is relationship, morality and pontificating from Ms Rowling who seems to project her opinions on the London Olympics, masculine dismissal of the feminine and every other issue that Ms Rowling seems to have taken to with an ideological and naive passion over the past couple of years gets a thorough outing here. Perhaps along the way she's ready a vocabulary builder because the text, in addition to the moral thumping, seems replete with odd wording that seems more jarring than appropriate. If you want your characters to talk in 'gnomic' statements then that's fine but the choice of wording detracts more than adds to the value of a detective story.
Ms Rowling will continue to be praised because of her previous work but there is nothing here that really strikes as polished or of interest. Had this been written by anyone else I'd say it shows promise and some experience but, from Ms Rowling, it seems a tired addition and justified only on the basis that she will have a ready publisher and audience.
By book 3 Mr Strike seemed at a loss as to what to do next. By this volume it seems his true calling is to find love and retire. Really not worth pursuing and investing your time.
But book four is relationship, morality and pontificating from Ms Rowling who seems to project her opinions on the London Olympics, masculine dismissal of the feminine and every other issue that Ms Rowling seems to have taken to with an ideological and naive passion over the past couple of years gets a thorough outing here. Perhaps along the way she's ready a vocabulary builder because the text, in addition to the moral thumping, seems replete with odd wording that seems more jarring than appropriate. If you want your characters to talk in 'gnomic' statements then that's fine but the choice of wording detracts more than adds to the value of a detective story.
Ms Rowling will continue to be praised because of her previous work but there is nothing here that really strikes as polished or of interest. Had this been written by anyone else I'd say it shows promise and some experience but, from Ms Rowling, it seems a tired addition and justified only on the basis that she will have a ready publisher and audience.
By book 3 Mr Strike seemed at a loss as to what to do next. By this volume it seems his true calling is to find love and retire. Really not worth pursuing and investing your time.
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An intricate and devious plot,with a frightening number of red herrings, nevertheless an absolutely brilliant story. I was captive from page one till the end as I’m sure others will be. Over and above that, the ongoing interaction between Strike and Robin is a wonderful tale in and of itself. I’m sure I’m not alone in hoping we see more of them.
BySandy Barkeron 13 October 2018
A peek into the upper class and the houses of Parliament - a well-crafted narrative while delving into the protagonists' own troubled lives. Compelling reading.
ByHarleyBon 10 October 2018
Loved the 4th installment of the Cormoran Strike series.
It didn't seem quite as dark as The Silkworm or Career of Evil but there was still the wonderful partnership and romantic tension between Robin and Cormoran as they solve an intriguing crime. I really want to see what happens with them and I hope we don't have to wait quite so long for the next book in the series.
It didn't seem quite as dark as The Silkworm or Career of Evil but there was still the wonderful partnership and romantic tension between Robin and Cormoran as they solve an intriguing crime. I really want to see what happens with them and I hope we don't have to wait quite so long for the next book in the series.
ByKindle Customeron 19 September 2018
Enjoyed the dual storylines & the empathetic treatment of mental illness throughout. Like the previous books, I will need to read again in a while to enjoy discovering the clues I missed. That is one of the best things about this author - all the books can be enjoyed multiple times, even though you know the ending.
I have enjoyed all of the Cormoran Strike books very much,but this one is my new favorite.It was long which I liked,certainly got my money's worth.
Great read.
Great read.
ByAmazon Customeron 27 September 2018
Another Comoran Strike case which is complex with twists. I have read the previous three novels about Comoran Strike with his assistant Robin and have really enjoyed immensely. I urge everyone who enjoys a good read to do so.
ByBarbara Cameronon 23 September 2018
A good long story with many twists and turns. Remembering characters difficult at times with nicknames and their positions in the families. But found that a revolver becomes a rifle then back to revolver rather confusing. However, a good read.
ByAmazon Customeron 23 September 2018
Please don’t make us wait too long for the next instalment. Really enjoyed this book, complex but due to JK Rowling’s Story Telling skill, it was easy to follow and kept me guessing until the end
ByCarly Rosson 8 October 2018
I love this series, Cormoran and Robin are such well rounded characters that I could read about them washing the dishes. Even better, the mystery set about them is good anyway.
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