It was alright.
The protagonist came off as a bit too much of a Gary-Stu and self-insert, and I found some of the detailed descriptions of his snobbish opinions on (for example) craft breweries and coffee preferences a bit off-putting.
Both the book‘s mystery and the overarching, series-spanning mystery we’re set up nicely. But at this point, I don’t have much desire to continue this series.
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Lenitas rated 2 Sisters Detective Agency: 5 stars
Lenitas reviewed Never Game by Jeffery Deaver
Review of 'Never Game' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Lenitas reviewed Let the Devil Out by Bill Loehfelm
Odalisque by Fiona Mcintosh
Captured by slave traders in the inhospitable desert, Lazar fought his way to freedom, earning the coveted position of Spur …
Lenitas reviewed The 22 Murders of Madison May by Max Barry
Review of 'The 22 Murders of Madison May' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
A very easy read, with just enough clever little twists to keep you entertained. I enjoy Max’ writing thoroughly. Also has the best description of a kiss I’ve read so far.
This would be an easy novel to recommend to a first-time Max Barrym SF or fantasy reader.
Lenitas reviewed Providence by Max Barry
Review of 'Providence' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
Spoiler-free review.
A new Max Barry novel is a rare treat and usually worth the many-year wait. I was happy to hear about a new book to be published, and absolutely excited to learn that it appeared to feature a dystopian future, a deep space mission, and an enigmatic AI - some of my favourite things as far as novels are concerned. And Providence did not disappoint. Despite my best efforts, I had to give up on the plan of spacing it out and making it last by reading a chapter at a time, and read it all in one go.
Max Barry took a number of established concepts and tropes, and managed to weave them into something new - something I didn't even think was possible at this point, after a lifetime of reading classic SF novels and short stories. But Providence provides in equal parts a familiar backdrop, …
Spoiler-free review.
A new Max Barry novel is a rare treat and usually worth the many-year wait. I was happy to hear about a new book to be published, and absolutely excited to learn that it appeared to feature a dystopian future, a deep space mission, and an enigmatic AI - some of my favourite things as far as novels are concerned. And Providence did not disappoint. Despite my best efforts, I had to give up on the plan of spacing it out and making it last by reading a chapter at a time, and read it all in one go.
Max Barry took a number of established concepts and tropes, and managed to weave them into something new - something I didn't even think was possible at this point, after a lifetime of reading classic SF novels and short stories. But Providence provides in equal parts a familiar backdrop, and a new perspective. It was a very satisfying experience I can wholeheartedly recommend.
Lenitas rated The Thousand-Dollar Tan Line (Veronica Mars #1): 4 stars
The Thousand-Dollar Tan Line (Veronica Mars #1) by Rob Thomas (Veronica Mars -- [1])
From Rob Thomas, the creator of groundbreaking television series and movie Veronica Mars, comes the first book in a thrilling …
Lenitas rated Veronica Mars: 4 stars
Veronica Mars by Rob Thomas (Veronica Mars)
"The second Veronica Mars novel, in which she investigates a mysterious crime at The Neptune Grand hotel" --
Lenitas reviewed Doing the devil's work by Bill Loehfelm (Maureen Coughlin)
Review of "Doing the devil's work" on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
Enjoyable and easy read, like the last one. It's always fun to dive back into New Orleans for a bit, although I felt that this book used less name-dropping than its predecessor.
Lenitas reviewed The devil in her way by Bill Loehfelm
Review of 'The devil in her way' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
Entertaining read. The author really brings New Orleans to life, with a lot of name-dropping but all of it feels very organic. I look forward to reading the rest of the books in this series.
Lenitas reviewed Feelings (Reading Rainbow book) by Aliki
Review of 'Feelings (Reading Rainbow book)' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
This is by far my favourite children's book from my own childhood. It's been a huge influence on my mind, as I remember or reference sentences from it almost daily. And a great influence - validating all sorts of feelings, never in a judgmental way.