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j_ess_reads's review against another edition
2.0
I listened to this book at work this summer and also on a road trip. The most compelling thing about this book was that all of the stories were based in or referenced Kansas City, so it was fun to actually picture the locations that were mentioned. Other than that, the stories were less than compelling and many of the characters were pretty unlikable. That being said, while I read mysteries, I'm less familiar with noir as a sub genre and this style may not be my kind of book. (I have picked up a copy of Seattle Noir, and will test this theory at a later date.)
alaris's review against another edition
2.0
Have enjoyed other (city) Noir collections I've read, didn't like the stories in this one. Am not familiar with Kansas City, though, or any of the authors who contributed to this, so that may be somewhat to blame.
greenblack's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
sshabein's review against another edition
3.0
I thought I would like this book more than I did. The book has definite highlights, but not enough of them. Perhaps I'd feel more fondly towards some of the so-so stories if I had a nostalgic connection to their setting. I don't know, but I'm still curious about several other Noir collections.
(My full review appears on Glorified Love Letters.)
(My full review appears on Glorified Love Letters.)
carissa230's review against another edition
2.0
It was great to read a book set in my hometown with places that I know. However this book was not my style. Some of the stories were okay but some were really boring. None of the stories I would consider good.
alaris's review
2.0
Have enjoyed other (city) Noir collections I've read, didn't like the stories in this one. Am not familiar with Kansas City, though, or any of the authors who contributed to this, so that may be somewhat to blame.
alex_henault's review
3.0
Overall I really liked this collection of stories. Some stories were too violent for me but they were written really well and that's all that matters to me.
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