KC Riley-Gyer
While I understand that there will always be differences between books and shows, I didn’t realise the differences would be so huge. The only thing the tv show has in common with the book is the main character’s name and her profession. That’s it.
I almost got a Kay Scapetta (spelling??) vibe when I read this. I read this for a reading prompt and because I liked the tv show Bones. This would have been a 3 star because the writing was fine and the characters were okay, but it just isn’t for me.
However, the use of the ‘c’ word is an automatic 1 star loss because it always throws me out of the story; without fail. Before anyone thinks I’m being precious, I’m Australian and the word is frequently used. I still hate it.
While I understand that there will always be differences between books and shows, I didn’t realise the differences would be so huge. The only thing the tv show has in common with the book is the main character’s name and her profession. That’s it.
I almost got a Kay Scapetta (spelling??) vibe when I read this. I read this for a reading prompt and because I liked the tv show Bones. This would have been a 3 star because the writing was fine and the characters were okay, but it just isn’t for me.
However, the use of the ‘c’ word is an automatic 1 star loss because it always throws me out of the story; without fail. Before anyone thinks I’m being precious, I’m Australian and the word is frequently used. I still hate it.
Thank you NetGalley for a copy of this. This review is for an uncorrected proof. I have been waiting years for this book after reading a snippet of a work in progress on the author’s website. This is a light hearted, whimsical story and one should not expect any deep and meaningfuls. This is escapism, pure and simple. Because I had that view in mind, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thank you NetGalley for a copy of this. This review is for an uncorrected proof. I have been waiting years for this book after reading a snippet of a work in progress on the author’s website. This is a light hearted, whimsical story and one should not expect any deep and meaningfuls. This is escapism, pure and simple. Because I had that view in mind, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I enjoyed the characters and the storyline. I always love guessing ‘who dunnit’, whether I guess correctly or not.
I enjoyed the characters and the storyline. I always love guessing ‘who dunnit’, whether I guess correctly or not.
When I read the info about the book, its premise reminded me of a solo rpg game call Last Teashop and that inspired me to read this. I so enjoyed it and didn't want to put it down and couldn't get back to it fast enough when I had to. Loved the characters (and hated the one we're supposed to), it was funny and had some teary moments (I'm emotional lol)
I recommend this book!
When I read the info about the book, its premise reminded me of a solo rpg game call Last Teashop and that inspired me to read this. I so enjoyed it and didn't want to put it down and couldn't get back to it fast enough when I had to. Loved the characters (and hated the one we're supposed to), it was funny and had some teary moments (I'm emotional lol)
I recommend this book!
