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beverlie's review against another edition
dark
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Murder on Lenox Hill
4 Stars
The plot of this particular installment is a little different with two separate yet related mysteries that touch on several dark and sinister secrets. While the culprits and motivations are easy to figure out, it is, nevertheless, entertaining to follow along as Sarah Brandt and Frank Malloy uncover the clues.
Sarah and Malloy's relationship continues its slow but, but there are indications that Sarah is beginning to come to terms with the loss of her husband. It is clear, however, that nothing will happen until Tom Brandt's murder is solved.
Speaking of which, the ongoing investigation into his death takes an interesting turn and reveals some fascinating insights into the perceptions of the female psyche during the time period.
In sum, another enjoyable addition to the series and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next.
4 Stars
The plot of this particular installment is a little different with two separate yet related mysteries that touch on several dark and sinister secrets. While the culprits and motivations are easy to figure out, it is, nevertheless, entertaining to follow along as Sarah Brandt and Frank Malloy uncover the clues.
Sarah and Malloy's relationship continues its slow but, but there are indications that Sarah is beginning to come to terms with the loss of her husband. It is clear, however, that nothing will happen until Tom Brandt's murder is solved.
Speaking of which, the ongoing investigation into his death takes an interesting turn and reveals some fascinating insights into the perceptions of the female psyche during the time period.
In sum, another enjoyable addition to the series and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next.
rum2j's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.25
nursenell's review against another edition
5.0
Police detective Frank Malloy and midwife Sarah Brandt are once again brought together by circumstances in solving a case set in Lenox Hill, a wealthy neighborhood in New York City. It's the turn of the century when things like a unwed pregnancy in a vulnerable teenage and pedophilia involving boys are not discussed or acknowledged in polite society. But a young special needs girl is pregnant, and the popular minister of her church has a following of young boys. Who ends up dead? Who killed the victim? Are the two events connected, and how? Another very good book that reminds us sexual sins are not new to this day and age.
roshk99's review against another edition
3.0
Kind of weird to read this book after I already read the book where Malloy solves the murder of Tom Brandt. Still, ignoring those parts of the book and focusing on the mystery at hand still made this book worthwhile. Let's just say I was glad that some parts didn't go into more detail.
readbooks_eatapples's review against another edition
3.0
TW - Child abuse, rape, underage sex. I hate such plots, and this is one of many taboo situations in this series that feel a little...I don't want to say voyeuristic. I can't think of the right word, but it's uncomfortable. Maybe it's an unflinching look at America (at least NYC) in those times, I don't really know, but there are an awful lot of children being abused in this series. I could do without it.
The slow burn for Sarah and Frank, though...I'm here for that.
The slow burn for Sarah and Frank, though...I'm here for that.
exuberant_crow's review
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse and Pedophilia