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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Belinda Bauer’s Exit is a delightful, offbeat murder mystery novel.
“Felix Pink found the predictability comforting – even if the predictable outcome was death.”
Seventy-five year old Felix Pink is an ‘Exiteer’, a volunteer with a secret group that aids, but does not assist, terminally ill people to end their own lives. A minor breach in protocol by Felix’s new partner, Amanda, seems innocent enough until they discover that they have in fact witnessed the death of the wrong man.
What follows veers between tragedy and comedy as Felix tries to understand how such a mistake could have been made. It soon becomes clear that the Exiteer’s were set up, but by who, and why? The answer is far more complicated than one might expect, and I’m loathe to spoil the smart twists of the plot that implicates more than one person.
Felix is a charming protagonist, he lives with his dog Mabel, enjoys puzzles, and considers himself boring but steadfast. The loss of both his wife and son is his motivation for joining the Exiteers and he believes he is doing important work. When he realises a mistake has been made he is horrified, eager to protect his partner, the group, and make to amends.
There are several other characters of importance to the story including the Exiteer’s group leader, Geoffrey, Amanda, the family of the dead man, and the investigating officers, DCI Kirsty King and DC Calvin Bridge who astute readers may recognise from Bauer’s previous works.
This is a well crafted tale with a unique hook. Witty, clever and engaging, I really enjoyed Exit.
“Felix Pink found the predictability comforting – even if the predictable outcome was death.”
Seventy-five year old Felix Pink is an ‘Exiteer’, a volunteer with a secret group that aids, but does not assist, terminally ill people to end their own lives. A minor breach in protocol by Felix’s new partner, Amanda, seems innocent enough until they discover that they have in fact witnessed the death of the wrong man.
What follows veers between tragedy and comedy as Felix tries to understand how such a mistake could have been made. It soon becomes clear that the Exiteer’s were set up, but by who, and why? The answer is far more complicated than one might expect, and I’m loathe to spoil the smart twists of the plot that implicates more than one person.
Felix is a charming protagonist, he lives with his dog Mabel, enjoys puzzles, and considers himself boring but steadfast. The loss of both his wife and son is his motivation for joining the Exiteers and he believes he is doing important work. When he realises a mistake has been made he is horrified, eager to protect his partner, the group, and make to amends.
There are several other characters of importance to the story including the Exiteer’s group leader, Geoffrey, Amanda, the family of the dead man, and the investigating officers, DCI Kirsty King and DC Calvin Bridge who astute readers may recognise from Bauer’s previous works.
This is a well crafted tale with a unique hook. Witty, clever and engaging, I really enjoyed Exit.
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I enjoyed this quirky crime novel by Belinda Bauer. It’s my second outing with the author, having loved The Beautiful Dead and enjoyed Snap.
As the above synopsis mentions it’s about Felix Pink who’s life turns unexpectedly upside down when he is involved in an accidental murder. Felix a mild mannered widower in his 70s is the last person you’d expect to be involved in something so nefarious. He’s very shocked by what has happened, and resolves to sort it all out, even if that involves handing himself into the police.
I’m not going to tell you any more about the plot except to say that it’s very funny in places and intricately plotted. Oh yes and there’s a dog called Mabel and a cat called Buttons and a lovely neighbour called Miss Knott.
I loved the way the author weaved the plot and characters together, making the big reveal a satisfying aha moment for me! I definitely recommend this one if you enjoy character driven crime novels, with laugh out loud moments.
Thanks so much to NetGalley and Bantam Press for my digital copy.
As the above synopsis mentions it’s about Felix Pink who’s life turns unexpectedly upside down when he is involved in an accidental murder. Felix a mild mannered widower in his 70s is the last person you’d expect to be involved in something so nefarious. He’s very shocked by what has happened, and resolves to sort it all out, even if that involves handing himself into the police.
I’m not going to tell you any more about the plot except to say that it’s very funny in places and intricately plotted. Oh yes and there’s a dog called Mabel and a cat called Buttons and a lovely neighbour called Miss Knott.
I loved the way the author weaved the plot and characters together, making the big reveal a satisfying aha moment for me! I definitely recommend this one if you enjoy character driven crime novels, with laugh out loud moments.
Thanks so much to NetGalley and Bantam Press for my digital copy.
I honestly cannot give this book a rating because I am not its normal reader. I wanted a crime thriller and I got a crime comedy. On to my next book now!
Such an easy book to read with lovable characters.. had great time!
One of those bittersweet storries that just make you laugh out loud one moment and sobb straight after..lots of twists and turns that kept it interesting! reminiscent of Man called Ove which is one of my all time favourite contemporary novels(so aparantly lonely old man are my spirit animal)..
One of those bittersweet storries that just make you laugh out loud one moment and sobb straight after..lots of twists and turns that kept it interesting! reminiscent of Man called Ove which is one of my all time favourite contemporary novels(so aparantly lonely old man are my spirit animal)..
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
funny
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
Fun, addictive read! Could be a great movie base. Writing style is very light. Very enjoyable! I highly recommend!