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book_concierge's review against another edition
2.0
Book on CD performed by Melissa Leo & Jeremy Piven.
2**
From the book jacket: The Women’s Murder Club is back! a brilliantly diabolical killer is murdering people from every walk of life. The deaths seem unrelated but police homicide inspector Lindsay Boxer senses a connection and , together with medical examiner Claire, assistant D.A. Jill, and Chronicle reporter Cindy, finds a link that sends a chill through the entire nation. This killer’s motives are unspeakable.
MY REACTIONS
The hyperbole of the jacket is indicative of the quality of the writing. I didn’t feel any tension or suspense. I do not agree that the killer was “brilliantly diabolical” or that his motives “are unspeakable.” If anything the hackneyed attempt at suspense makes it laughably melodramatic (think Carol Burnett’s talented ensemble cast).
The interaction between the women was what saved the first book for me (still only gave it 2.5**). Not so this time. Patterson gives us more medical issues for “the girls” ... including a couple of gunshot wounds. Interestingly enough, Lindsay has apparently completely recovered from the terminal illness she had in book one.
Patterson is just phoning it in these days. He has a team of writers who churn this stuff out with his name getting top billing (and top sales). That’s too bad. His early Alex Cross novels (when he was writing them himself) were quite good.
Melissa Leo and Jeremy Piven do a good job of performing the audio version. I’d given them 4**** for their skill as voice artists and pacing. But they had terrible material to work with. Because the book was due back at the library, I gave up on the audio and read the last 100 pages. Patterson’s short sentences and short chapters make this a fast read, thank heavens.
2**
From the book jacket: The Women’s Murder Club is back! a brilliantly diabolical killer is murdering people from every walk of life. The deaths seem unrelated but police homicide inspector Lindsay Boxer senses a connection and , together with medical examiner Claire, assistant D.A. Jill, and Chronicle reporter Cindy, finds a link that sends a chill through the entire nation. This killer’s motives are unspeakable.
MY REACTIONS
The hyperbole of the jacket is indicative of the quality of the writing. I didn’t feel any tension or suspense. I do not agree that the killer was “brilliantly diabolical” or that his motives “are unspeakable.” If anything the hackneyed attempt at suspense makes it laughably melodramatic (think Carol Burnett’s talented ensemble cast).
The interaction between the women was what saved the first book for me (still only gave it 2.5**). Not so this time. Patterson gives us more medical issues for “the girls” ... including a couple of gunshot wounds. Interestingly enough, Lindsay has apparently completely recovered from the terminal illness she had in book one.
Patterson is just phoning it in these days. He has a team of writers who churn this stuff out with his name getting top billing (and top sales). That’s too bad. His early Alex Cross novels (when he was writing them himself) were quite good.
Melissa Leo and Jeremy Piven do a good job of performing the audio version. I’d given them 4**** for their skill as voice artists and pacing. But they had terrible material to work with. Because the book was due back at the library, I gave up on the audio and read the last 100 pages. Patterson’s short sentences and short chapters make this a fast read, thank heavens.
blondierocket's review
3.0
The second book of James Patterson’s Women’s Murder Club is just as exciting as the others. Lindsay has been on a leave of absence since her tragedy only months before. Unsure if she wants to return to work, or when, she finds herself agreeing earlier than anticipated when a new case arises.
When a church is shot up in broad daylight and a young girl is killed, many questions arise as to what and who caused such a crime. All signs point to race but they soon find looks can be deceiving when other cases and murders soon confirm suspicions that something is definitely wrong.
And amidst all the chaos of returning to work, Lindsay finds herself face to face with a past she wished to forget, and new dangers present themselves when she least expects it. Boxer has to rely on her friends and colleagues to keep her safe while trying to piece together a difficult case that keeps throwing her curve balls.
When a church is shot up in broad daylight and a young girl is killed, many questions arise as to what and who caused such a crime. All signs point to race but they soon find looks can be deceiving when other cases and murders soon confirm suspicions that something is definitely wrong.
And amidst all the chaos of returning to work, Lindsay finds herself face to face with a past she wished to forget, and new dangers present themselves when she least expects it. Boxer has to rely on her friends and colleagues to keep her safe while trying to piece together a difficult case that keeps throwing her curve balls.
caylincarmichael's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
2.75
sarahbrad's review against another edition
hopeful
mysterious
tense
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
4.0
quristeenb's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
labunnywtf's review
4.0
I'd swear I've read this before. Chimera seems familiar. But I'm still going. I love that Patterson is a fast read.
1-8-10 - I swear I've read this before. I don't think I did, because nothing jumped out at me as being deja vu, but the villain name, Chimera, is SO familiar, and I knew halfway through who the bad guy was. I never know the villain in Patterson's books. Or any books, for that matter. I fall for the red herring EVERY time. Maybe it's because I already read 3rd Degree.
That being said, it didn't take away from my enjoyment of the story. I'm a big Patterson fan. His books are entertaining, easy reads, and I normally get through them fast. The length of time it took me to read this tells me that I'm not reading as often as I usually do. Hmm.
I like this series. The ladies are fun to read about, and Lindsey Boxer is a great, strong heroine. Very enjoyable.
1-8-10 - I swear I've read this before. I don't think I did, because nothing jumped out at me as being deja vu, but the villain name, Chimera, is SO familiar, and I knew halfway through who the bad guy was. I never know the villain in Patterson's books. Or any books, for that matter. I fall for the red herring EVERY time. Maybe it's because I already read 3rd Degree.
That being said, it didn't take away from my enjoyment of the story. I'm a big Patterson fan. His books are entertaining, easy reads, and I normally get through them fast. The length of time it took me to read this tells me that I'm not reading as often as I usually do. Hmm.
I like this series. The ladies are fun to read about, and Lindsey Boxer is a great, strong heroine. Very enjoyable.
pippamillerxoxo_'s review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0