I
grew up on British mysteries and was excited to read this first novel
in a new series by Cleeves. I was a bit surprised to find Inspector
Venn was a gay fellow, although the relationship to his husband was
handled well. Venn was not a character who captured my interest. He
did his investigative job but almost in a slowly methodical and
uninteresting way. I pay attention when an author has the main
character of the opposite sex. In this case, I think it made a
difference in the development of Venn.
The
plot was complex. There were lots of characters and I am not sure all
of them were essential to the plot. I sometimes felt Cleeves was
trying to convey comments on too many social issues, making the plot
drag.
This
is the first of Cleeves' novels I have read. I doubt I will seek out
others by her.
My
rating: 3/5 stars.
Ann
Cleeves is the author of several award-winning novels. Two of her
series have been made into TV dramas.
Minotaur
Books, 384 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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