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timinbc's review against another edition
4.0
Yep, it's good. Flavia's 12 now, and more confident of her powers.
The book drags a bit in the middle, and there are several things that are either red herrings for this book or foundations for a future one. Don't expect everything to be wrapped up at the end (although of course the murder is).
There's far too much "oh, ho, I'm not going to tell you what THAT means" from the author and sometimes too much clumsy foreshadowing that turns out to be, well, not as important as we had been led to believe.
But the ending rolls right along, and explains everything adequately.
And Flavia is as delightful as ever.
The book drags a bit in the middle, and there are several things that are either red herrings for this book or foundations for a future one. Don't expect everything to be wrapped up at the end (although of course the murder is).
There's far too much "oh, ho, I'm not going to tell you what THAT means" from the author and sometimes too much clumsy foreshadowing that turns out to be, well, not as important as we had been led to believe.
But the ending rolls right along, and explains everything adequately.
And Flavia is as delightful as ever.
thenovelbook's review against another edition
3.0
A few thrills and chills along the way to a harrowing cliffhanger that the observant reader will have vaguely seen coming (or at least speculated on) since the very first book in the series...when will the next one be out??
Some bits a little squeamish.
Some bits a little squeamish.
stuckinwonderland's review against another edition
4.0
I’m gonna be honest this one was a tough read for me. (Why are the British names SO confusing??) The plot really had me all over the place because i couldn’t for the life of me figure how most things were connected between each other.
I’ve grown so attached to the Vicar and Antigone and i’m so glad they are making more regular appearances in the series.
I love that the crime scenes grow more and more disturbing with each book.
I’ve grown so attached to the Vicar and Antigone and i’m so glad they are making more regular appearances in the series.
I love that the crime scenes grow more and more disturbing with each book.
bibliophile80's review against another edition
5.0
As with all of the Flavia de Luce books, this one brought about that deliciously curious feeling of wanting to rush through and devour the book in one sitting at the same time wishing it could last forever...or at least until the next installment is published. I didn't know it was possible to fall more in love with the delightfully high-spirited Flavia. I must admit that the ending came as a huge shock.
applegnreads's review against another edition
4.0
Not as good as the previous ones but I still adore Flavia.
book_concierge's review against another edition
3.0
Digital audiobook performed by Jayne Entwistle
Book five in the series starring eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce, amateur chemist and amateur sleuth. This time the action focuses on the town’s celebration in honor of the 500th anniversary of the patron saint of Bishop's Lacey. Flavia’s as curious as the next person, and she can’t wait to witness the opening of St. Tancred’s tomb. But she’s certainly not prepared to see the rather fresh body of Mr. Colllicutt, the church organist. Of course, she HAS to figure out what happened. Meanwhile the family drama continues with reduced circumstances threatening their beloved Buckshaw.
I love this series, mostly because I love Flavia. She’s an intrepid explorer, pedaling about the area on her trusty bicycle, Gladys, and doing experiments in her laboratory. She is smart, independent, curious and determined. I love her relationship with Dogger and with her father. And I love how Bradley inserts all sorts of information about chemistry and science into the plots. I am, however, getting tired of her sisters and how horribly they treat Flavia. Talk about bullying!
Jayne Entwistle does a marvelous job performing the audio books in this series. Her Flavia is delightful, and she does a good job bringing all the characters to life.
Book five in the series starring eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce, amateur chemist and amateur sleuth. This time the action focuses on the town’s celebration in honor of the 500th anniversary of the patron saint of Bishop's Lacey. Flavia’s as curious as the next person, and she can’t wait to witness the opening of St. Tancred’s tomb. But she’s certainly not prepared to see the rather fresh body of Mr. Colllicutt, the church organist. Of course, she HAS to figure out what happened. Meanwhile the family drama continues with reduced circumstances threatening their beloved Buckshaw.
I love this series, mostly because I love Flavia. She’s an intrepid explorer, pedaling about the area on her trusty bicycle, Gladys, and doing experiments in her laboratory. She is smart, independent, curious and determined. I love her relationship with Dogger and with her father. And I love how Bradley inserts all sorts of information about chemistry and science into the plots. I am, however, getting tired of her sisters and how horribly they treat Flavia. Talk about bullying!
Jayne Entwistle does a marvelous job performing the audio books in this series. Her Flavia is delightful, and she does a good job bringing all the characters to life.
flutegirl24's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
alidottie's review against another edition
4.0
4 & 1/2 stars
Not one bit disappointing! I'm still in love with these books. I was particularly excited that as this book came to a close I guessed--which I never do--the surprise ending! I think it was wishful thinking that actually will bare fruition! Now I wish I hadn't read this book so quickly because I don't want to wait to read the next!!!!
Not one bit disappointing! I'm still in love with these books. I was particularly excited that as this book came to a close I guessed--which I never do--the surprise ending! I think it was wishful thinking that actually will bare fruition! Now I wish I hadn't read this book so quickly because I don't want to wait to read the next!!!!