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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
A very different approach to a murder mystery - it was a nice change to the usual thriller storyline. Good story, loveable characters but I wouldn’t say I was completely enthralled. Still a good plot with good writing
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A charming cosy murder mystery with a twist - the whodunnit may have been a little disappointing in the end but the warm and loveable Felix Pink easily makes up for this!
I really enjoyed how the author manages to reflect on some very difficult and emotive topics like assisted suicide and terminal illness yet also create loveable and humourous characters with plenty of laughs along the way. Exit does what The Thursday Murder Club tried (and imo failed) to deliver: creating a charming cosy crime mystery with a vibrant cast of older characters and it was so much fun to see Felix and his neighbour embracing adventure and new experiences in later life. An unusually wholesome read for such a heavy concept!
I really enjoyed how the author manages to reflect on some very difficult and emotive topics like assisted suicide and terminal illness yet also create loveable and humourous characters with plenty of laughs along the way. Exit does what The Thursday Murder Club tried (and imo failed) to deliver: creating a charming cosy crime mystery with a vibrant cast of older characters and it was so much fun to see Felix and his neighbour embracing adventure and new experiences in later life. An unusually wholesome read for such a heavy concept!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Suicide, Murder
Moderate: Blood
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A fun, light hearted novel that you can easily read in a couple of sittings, with a few surprises along the way.
Lonely widower Felix is a member of a volunteer group who help terminally ill people to take their own lives. His role doesn't entail any active involvement, merely sitting with them in their final moments and then removing the evidence after they die (so their families can remain unaware). But one day he and a fellow volunteer inadvertently assist the wrong person to die, and now he is a fugitive in a murder investigation.
I adored Felix, an endearing character who feels like he stepped out of an Anne Tyler novel and into a Kate Atkinson one. I also like the quiet humour with which Bauer writes - early on, a bumblebee drones by heavily "as if it were in the wrong gear". But as a mystery, this is a bit all over the place - so many strands and red herrings that it gets a little annoying. If you liked [b:The Thursday Murder Club|46000520|The Thursday Murder Club (Thursday Murder Club, #1)|Richard Osman|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1582287822l/46000520._SY75_.jpg|70861405], this has many of the same feels, but I struggle with the disparity between the plot and the jovial tone. And as with Thursday Murder Club, I find bumbling and simplistic cops irritating.
I adored Felix, an endearing character who feels like he stepped out of an Anne Tyler novel and into a Kate Atkinson one. I also like the quiet humour with which Bauer writes - early on, a bumblebee drones by heavily "as if it were in the wrong gear". But as a mystery, this is a bit all over the place - so many strands and red herrings that it gets a little annoying. If you liked [b:The Thursday Murder Club|46000520|The Thursday Murder Club (Thursday Murder Club, #1)|Richard Osman|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1582287822l/46000520._SY75_.jpg|70861405], this has many of the same feels, but I struggle with the disparity between the plot and the jovial tone. And as with Thursday Murder Club, I find bumbling and simplistic cops irritating.
Good mystery. Fun read with great characters and some interesting plot twists I didn't see coming. 4 stars because the book got a little bogged down in the middle. But the last 25% was worth the whole read.
A smart, page-turning mystery with likable characters and an ending I didn’t see coming.
“Exit” is full of dry humor and interesting characters, and goes places I didn’t expect. My kind of crime novel.
Unusual storyline, quirky with empathy for a difficult subject matter but scattered with wonderful black humour. Great narration and characterisation by Tim McInerny
Book Review Time!
Exit by Belinda Bauer.
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*My Thoughts*
I loved the sound of this book. The premis I thought, was really interesting.
The first few chapters I found a little slow and by the time the actual mystery was unfolded, we were about 40% through so definitely a slow burn.
However, once the mystery kicked in, I was hooked. I loved the characters, just laugh out loud funny and totally loveable.
The mystery itself was flawlessly written. It really kept me guessing.
It really is a heart warming book despite the plot! I think if you liked The Thursday Murder Club, then this could be your next favourite!
4 stars for me!
Thanks to Grove Atlantic, Netgalley and Belinda Bauer for an eArc of this book in exchange for an honest review
Exit by Belinda Bauer.
Swipe➡️ for synopsis.
*My Thoughts*
I loved the sound of this book. The premis I thought, was really interesting.
The first few chapters I found a little slow and by the time the actual mystery was unfolded, we were about 40% through so definitely a slow burn.
However, once the mystery kicked in, I was hooked. I loved the characters, just laugh out loud funny and totally loveable.
The mystery itself was flawlessly written. It really kept me guessing.
It really is a heart warming book despite the plot! I think if you liked The Thursday Murder Club, then this could be your next favourite!
4 stars for me!
Thanks to Grove Atlantic, Netgalley and Belinda Bauer for an eArc of this book in exchange for an honest review