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I
like Drew Farthering. He's an amateur detective whom none of the
officials want to have around interfering with their investigation. I
am getting to like his wife more and more. She's a good sidekick for
him, someone with whom he can discuss his theories. The repartee
between the two is intelligent and fun to read.
I
like the setting of Scotland during the British Open. It's a
refreshing change from the London area. I like the time period. It's
during the troubling years of Hitler exercising his power.
I
like the plot. The murders offer no apparent connection and that
really tests Farthering's investigative powers. I kind of had an idea
of the murderer but there were so many red herrings that I was unsure
of the culprit until near the end.
I
really like Deering's writing style. There are great scene
descriptions. There is snappy dialog. There are well developed
characters. I like the historical information. I like the subtle
romance.
While
this novel can be read on its own, I'd recommend starting at the
beginning of the series. Each one is enjoyable to read.
My
rating: 5/5 stars.
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Bethany
House Publishers, 336 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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