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chapita4's review against another edition
3.0
The beginning is pretty graphic and there are sporadic burst of gory details throughout (but c'mon the guys an executioner). Story line is interesting and kept me turning pages. I thought the end kind of fizzled out a little but over all I enjoyed the book.
amimafotak's review against another edition
3.0
*knihu jsem četla v rámci spolupráce s knihkupectvím Luxor
ultimatekate's review against another edition
3.0
Really interesting premise and a quick, engaging read. Once I got into it I couldn't put it down.
nicoletallywhite's review against another edition
3.0
Good book. I listened to audio and think I would have liked it more if I had read the book. I did not care for the narrator. (Grover Gardner)
suvata's review against another edition
4.0
I've read many books that center around witch trials and the related time period. This particular book was interesting and well written. Nothing new in the content depart but how much can be said that hasn't already been revealed. Rating: 3.5 for those who have read other "witch trial" books - 4.0 to those new to the genre.
the_schaef's review
4.0
An enjoyable mystery in a very unusual setting, 17th century Germany. It gave an interesting glimpse into what life was like 400 years ago and the way people thought and acted. You wonder if we have actually progressed much at all. The main character is a very likable, hangman from a small town outside of Munich. He has both common sense and compassion, in a town that seems to have very little. The title is a mis-direciton, and should have been called The Hangman's Dilemma.
intheattic's review against another edition
4.0
A little bit slow, but a great story with excellent character development.
cyrenasea's review against another edition
4.0
The writing leaves a little to be desired, as the author often ignores the "show don't tell" axiom. But it's a good mystery with original and compelling characters.
nderiley's review against another edition
4.0
I don't really get the title as the story more followed the Hangman and not his daughter but regardless the story was really entertaining. I often dislike mysteries but this one passed in my book!
ana_milardovic's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5